Accounting Graduate - 18 Month Program

Company Description

Red Bull UK is currently recruiting for an Accounting Graduate to join our team based in London, UK. This role is part of our Graduate Program starting on the 5th of July 2027 for 18 Months.

Are you ready to accelerate your career and embark on an exciting journey with the Red Bull Graduate Program in the United Kingdom?

Then this is your chance!

You'll get the chance to work with our highly professional teams and show us your capabilities, while your delivery and contribution during the program will shape the scope of your future at Red Bull.

The Accounting Graduate will complete a structured rotational programme across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Financial Accounting and tax. The programme combines hands-on operational experience with exposure to the end-to-end accounting cycle, tax preparation, financial controls, month-end activities and continuous improvement.

In each rotation, you will take ownership of day-to-day tasks, build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and learn how accurate, timely accounting enables better business decisions. You will also contribute to improvement initiatives that simplify processes, strengthen controls and make effective use of finance systems and data.

Throughout the programme, you will be supported by the relevant team manager and a Finance sponsor. By the end of the rotations, you will have developed a strong grounding in transactional finance, general ledger accounting, compliance and cross-functional collaboration, providing a solid platform for a career in Finance.

The Graduate Program runs from the 5th July 2027 to 29th December 2028. You must be available for the whole duration of the program.  Applications close at 12:00pm on Monday, 26 October. Although multiple applications will be considered separately, we recommend applying only for the opportunity that is most closely aligned to your interests and experience.

Realize your talent!

Every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. We take a people-first approach to hiring, ensuring that every application receives thoughtful consideration.

Job Description

Accounts Receivable

- Process and allocate customer receipts accurately and on time.
- Support customer account reconciliations and investigate unmatched or overdue items, identifying recurring issues and contributing to improvements in order-to-cash process and control.
- Assist with credit control activities, customer queries, disputes and credit notes.
- Partner with Sales and Customer Service to resolve issues and maintain accurate account information.
- Support period-end reporting for receivables, cash collection and aged debt.

Accounts Payable

- Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately, ensuring appropriate approval and coding.
- Support supplier statement reconciliations and resolve invoice, purchase order and payment queries.
- Assist with payment runs and help maintain complete and accurate supplier master data.
- Work with Procurement, budget owners and suppliers to address blocked or overdue items.
- Contribute to improvements in procure-to-pay processes, controls and user guidance.

Financial Accounting and Tax

- Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items.
- Support month-end and year-end close activities in line with the Finance timetable.
- Assist with fixed asset accounting, intercompany accounting, accruals and prepayments.
- Assist the Treasury team with liquidity forecasting and working capital management activities, including supporting cash reporting, forecasting processes, and the administration of intercompany payable obligations.
- Support the Tax team with compliance activities, including assisting with Corporation Tax, VAT, Sugar Tax and payroll tax reporting and filings.
- Provide information and evidence for internal controls, audit and statutory reporting requirements.
- Use accounting systems and reporting tools to analyse data, identify issues and support corrective action.

Across All Rotations

- Build an understanding of the end-to-end accounting cycle and how each team contributes to accurate financial reporting.
- Deliver work timely, accurately and in line with documented processes, accounting policies and internal controls.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders, escalating risks or issues promptly.
- Maintain organised records and protect confidential financial and personal data.
- Contribute to projects that improve efficiency, standardisation, automation or the quality of financial information.
- Take ownership of development goals, seek feedback and share learning across the Finance team.
- Provide cover and support for colleagues during peak periods where appropriate.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree.

Relevant work or internship experience is a plus.

Genuine interest in developing a career in accounting and building broad experience across Finance.

Strong numerical and analytical skills, with close attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Good organisation and time management, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

Confident written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.

Proactive approach to problem solving, with curiosity about processes, systems and how they can be improved.

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across different teams.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with an ERP or accounting system is beneficial but not essential.

Commitment to ongoing learning and, where applicable, willingness to work towards a relevant professional accounting qualification.

Commitment to Red Bull Values: Be Yourself, Go Beyond, Get Involved, and Open & Honest.

Additional Information

At Red Bull, we exist to give people wiiings. To achieve that, we recognise the value that comes from having a highly diverse workforce that has the freedom and responsibility to realise their ideas and seize opportunities. We make recruiting decisions based on experience, skills, potential and talent: everyone is welcome here.