The opportunity to join us as a graduate is one that is unique, exciting and rewarding. Our finance training programme is designed to provide graduates with the practical experience and professional study support needed to qualify as a Chartered Accountant (CA) with ICAS.
By working across a range of teams, graduates gain broad and varied experience, collaborate with talented professionals from across the business and take part in development opportunities alongside their peers on the programme.
What You'll Gain
We are looking for motivated graduates who are committed to building a career in finance and can demonstrate the following skills and attributes:
Strong motivation and commercial awareness, with a genuine interest in financial services and clear career aspirations.
Strong commitment to continuous learning, with the motivation and discipline needed to achieve the ICAS Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification
Results-focused with the ability to deliver to a high standard, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of outcomes.
Client-focused mindset, with an ability to understand needs and proactively improve service delivery.
Effective communicator and team player, able to build relationships and collaborate with others.
Analytical and curious thinker, with the ability to learn quickly, connect ideas, and apply insights in new situations.
Who We're Looking For
We value:
Teamwork and relationship-building.
Clear and creative communication.
Ownership and attention to detail.
Interest in financial services and client engagement.
Commitment to personal growth and development.
Application Process
Online application and CV submission.
Online testing.
Pre-recorded video interview.
Assessment Centre (group activity, case study, panel interview).
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Aberdeen is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. As a Disability Confident Committed Level One employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout the recruitment process.
Please contact us (aberdeenearlycareers@aberdeenplc.com) if you require reasonable accommodations to be made to any stage of the recruitment process. Our Early Careers team will be pleased to discuss your needs and ensure that these are accommodated.
Benefits
There's more to working life than coming home with a good salary. We have an environment where you can learn, get involved and be supported.Health insuranceFlexible schedulePerformance bonus
Additional Information
Job Description
Job title: Accounting & Finance Graduate
Location: Edinburgh
Role type: 3-year graduate programme
Start date: August 2026
Closing date: Friday 19th June. We reserve the right to close earlier due to the volume of applications. Assessment centre to take place in mid-July 2026.
Invest in Your Tomorrow
About Aberdeen
At Aberdeen, we believe in investing in more than just markets; we invest in people. The Finance function, led by the Chief Financial Officer, is structured into four specialist group teams and three commercially focused business units supporting Interactive Investor, Adviser, and Investments. The function is further enabled by a dedicated Finance COO Office, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment. Our finance team plays a central role in supporting the performance and growth of the business. It delivers the analysis and insight needed for effective budgeting, forecasting and reporting, while also providing the expertise that helps inform decision-making across the organisation.
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