GSK | Finance Graduate Programme
Overview
GSK South Africa is recruiting a Finance Graduate to join the local Finance team and support commercial partners. The role provides graduates with hands-on experience in financial processes, month-end reporting, payments, reconciliations, and financial analysis. Working across finance, sales, and operations, participants will gain practical experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to business decisions while uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.
Purpose of the Programme
- Provide practical finance experience to recent graduates.
- Support accurate financial processes and reporting within the organisation.
- Develop analytical, problem-solving, and business communication skills.
- Prepare graduates for professional growth in finance and accounting.
Key Responsibilities
- Process payment packs, prepare general ledger postings, and submit to shared services on time.
- Support month-end close activities, including preparing journals, reconciliations, and sales reconciliations.
- Monitor and follow up on distributor documents and overdue accounts to support working capital targets.
- Maintain trackers and reports such as headcount, Opex, and advertising & promotion spend, supporting narrative commentary.
- Assist with forecasting and annual budgeting for headcount, capex, and other operational costs.
- Support controls, audits, and standard operating procedures to strengthen compliance and improve processes.
- Communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders to enable timely business decisions.
Minimum Requirements / Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, or a related field.
- Up to 2 years of finance, accounting, or related work experience, or relevant internship experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and common office tools.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and month-end processes.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliations and reporting.
- Right to work in South Africa.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, JDE, or similar.
- Familiarity with financial reporting tools or experience building dashboards.
- Working knowledge of IFRS or management accounting concepts.
- Experience in payments processing, creditor reconciliations, or receivables management.
- Clear communication skills and ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues.
- Interest in professional finance qualifications (CIMA, ACCA) or actively working towards one.
Skills and Competencies
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong business communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work under time pressure.
- Curiosity, practical problem-solving mindset, and growth mindset.
Benefits
- Hands-on experience across finance, accounting, and commercial functions.
- Exposure to real business decision-making and financial reporting processes.
- Professional development opportunities within a global biopharma company.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Who Should Apply?
- Recent graduates with degrees in finance, accounting, commerce, or economics.
- Graduates seeking practical finance experience and professional growth.
- Individuals who thrive in team-oriented, fast-paced environments.
- Applicants interested in developing expertise in financial reporting, forecasting, and controls.
How to Apply
- Submit your application online via the GSK careers portal by clicking the "Apply now" button.
- Email applications are not accepted.
- GSK does not accept unsolicited applications from employment agencies without prior written consent.
Working Arrangement
This role is primarily on-site in Johannesburg, South Africa, with some flexibility for hybrid working as agreed with your manager. Regular in-office days are required for stakeholder collaboration.
Equal Opportunity Statement
GSK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
🕒 Posted: 2026-02-04