ACCA Finance Analyst Apprentice (Apprenticeship)
As our Finance Analyst, you'll be at the heart of our financial operations, gradually taking on more responsibility as you grow with us. Your role will evolve from initial focus on transactional processing to broader financial management and business partnering.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing day-to-day finance operations, including invoicing, bank payments, and fixed asset management.Maintaining the general ledger and ensuring accurate financial records.
Conducting monthly balance sheet reconciliations and addressing variances.
Contributing to month-end closing processes, including analytical reviews.
Partnering with stakeholders to provide financial insights and support business strategy.
Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.
Handling data in compliance with our data protection policy.
Supporting the finance team and wider business as needed.
TrainingAccounting and Taxation Professional Level 7 - ACCA
The gold standard in Accountancy Apprenticeships, this programme enables individuals to become fully qualified in a profession which is globally recognised and respected in areas of accountancy, taxation, finance and business.
ACCA is ideal if you’re looking to progress your career and become a chartered accountant, or work in an accountancy, audit or tax firm. ACCA consists of three levels; Applied Knowledge, Applied Skills, and Strategic Professional, and you’ll need to complete relevant work experience at some point before you can qualify.
ACCA qualification is made up of three levels:
Applied Knowledge helps you understand the role of accounting in the business environment, and develop the practical skills and techniques expected of an accountant working in business. You can complete Applied Knowledge in six to 12 months.
Applied Skills encourages you to develop a broad understanding of the role of accounting in business, and how to interpret financial information.
By studying Strategic Professional, you'll learn advanced techniques, skills, and the professional ethics required of an accountant or consultant operating at a senior level. Once you've successfully passed you can apply to be a full member of ACCA.Fully qualified ACCA members have abundant job prospects in a variety of industries and countries. In the final stage of ACCA, you'll be working as an assistant (qualified) supervisor or a financial analyst.
You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a case study exam and project report.As part of the apprenticeship you will complete innovative skills and behaviours that are essential to complement the vital technical training. They are designed to support learners in developing essential competencies and embedding their learning within the context of their organisation.
Delivered with motivation and engagement at heart, learners can practice these essential competencies with industry peers in a realistic environment.
Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate 20% of your time towards it.
Qualifications required
Be AAT qualified or have 1-2 years of industry experience with aspirations to pursue further accountancy qualifications (ACA/ACCA).
Have higher education at A-Level or Degree Level, preferably in finance or business.Benefits:
A competitive salary that reflects your experience and expertise.Flexible working options – 3 days a week in our St Albans office.
25 days of annual leave, plus an extra day for your birthday, ensuring you have ample time to recharge.
An inclusive Private Medical Insurance plan, keeping you covered beyond work.
A comprehensive Dental, Optical, and Hearing care plan, because we care for your wellbeing.
Group Life Insurance – Providing security and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Access to Employee Assistance Programmes and resources supporting mental health and wellbeing.
Enhanced family policies.
Regular social events and activities.
Skills required
Possess advanced Excel skills and a keen eye for detail.Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Prospects
This role is important to our succession planning and we would hope they would progress to a more senior role and grow in line with the companies growth plans.
Qualification / Standard : ST0001 Accountancy or taxation professionalDuration 36 months