Finance Apprentice

Finance Apprentice

Location

Milton Keynes, GB

Department Name

Finance

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Brief Description

Our Level 3 Finance Apprenticeship Scheme is an alternative route to university and provides a unique opportunity to understand various aspects of finance and how they all interact with the wider business. You will enjoy generous study support; with the time and space you need to complete your qualifications. Plus, you will have plenty of opportunities to put your learning into practice.

Vacancy Type: permanent

Location: Milton Keynes

**Closing date:**4th September 2024

Band & Salary: £19,838 - £25,000

About the role (External)

Key accountabilities include:

First three years:

As an Apprentice you will rotate across a range of placements and a variety of departments giving you a unique experience of how finance works within Network Rail. You will support finance teams with forecasting, budgeting and analysis as well as taking the lead on meetings and reporting to senior members of the company. Combining a wide variety of live projects and off the job training you will hone your skills as a future leader.

Years 4 & 5:

From year 4 onwards, Group Finance apprentices will be able to undertake placements in our route businesses within the regions whilst studying the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualification as part of Level 7 Apprenticeship.

Due to the huge amount of exposure and experience you gain in the early years of the scheme you will often be in demand to complete complex projects for finance leaders.

You will also have the support of your line manager and your apprenticeship talent coach in developing your Personal Development Plan (PDP). Our programme includes opportunities to collaborate with other apprentices and attend development days and volunteering opportunities.

Job Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

·        A* - C on your top 3 A-levels

·        A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 5 or higher, (must include English and Mathematics at grade 5 or higher).

·        Well-developed skills in the use of Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Strong numerical skills and ability to interpret data quickly.

·        Strong attention to detail.

·        A demonstrable aptitude for problem solving and working collaboratively as a team.

·        High standard of written and verbal communication/presentation skills.

·        Self-motivated with a can-do attitude

·        Ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and meet challenging timescales.

Desirable

·        Some finance or administration experience

·        Knowledge of financial, safety, quality, environmental, and commercial aspects

How to apply (External)

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