Finance Placement 2026 - Melksham, Wiltshire

Finance Placement 2026 - Melksham, Wiltshire

In the early 1800s, British engineer Richard Trevithick (1771-1833) constructed the first railway steam locomotive that travelled at 8 kilometres per hour. Today in Asia trains travel at maximum speeds of up to 260 kilometers per hour. By 1850 Britain had more than 6,000 miles of railroad track, today in the UK there are 20,277 miles (32,186 kilometres) of track.

Rail is growing… grow with it!

Do you want to be a part of the next revolution?

More than a billion people worldwide rely daily on Knorr-Bremse systems. Knorr-Bremse is the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles. As a technology pioneer, for over 100 years Knorr-Bremse has been a driving force in the development, production and sale of modern braking systems for a variety of applications in the area of rail and commercial vehicles.

Knorr-Bremse is growing… grow with us!

The Opportunity

To review, support and process transactional data in support of the Finance Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Month End close (Balance sheet recs / bank reconciliation/revaluation / accruals etc)
• Support in the monthly analysis of the results versus budgets by department
• Support in weekly cash flow forecast
• Obtain a good understanding of transactional processes through providing support to the AR / AP processes
• Support to the Tax & Reporting Accountant (VAT / IFRS reporting)
• Participation in ad hoc financial projects
• Support to other finance functions as required
• Support Ad-hoc requests from Financial Controller / Financial Accountant

What are we looking for from you?

• Good communication skills to deal with both internal and external customers
• Strong Excel knowledge required
• Ability to work to and meet deadlines
• Studying towards Finance qualification

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible working
• Fantastic site facilities
• Subsidised Canteen
• Great employee Benefits package

Get on board and start your journey with us….We would love to hear from you!

How to apply

If you are looking for a 12-month placement from July 2026 to July 2027 and wish to apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability to placements@knorr-bremse.com Please ensure the department you are applying for is included in the subject of the email.