Finance Apprentice

As a finance apprentice and a key member of the finance team, the role will involve liaising with people from all departments and at all levels. As a finance professional, you’ll inform finance multi-million-pound decisions and directly influence the development, growth and operation of their railway. 

Overview of duties: 

Assist with periodic financial reports Post journals and other key financial inputs Assist the business in updating project information on the Network Rail key systems Provide support with ad hoc reporting as requested by the business Undertake ad hoc finance assistance based on queries received Support with achieving the team key metrics

Training:
Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Alongside your role, you will study towards the level 3 AAT qualification

Training Outcome:
With progression towards the level 4 AAT qualifications You will receive support from industry-experienced tutors and coaches Great opportunities for development and learning in a supportive environment, friendly and sociable team, strong potential for progression

Employer Description:
One of the UK’s most recognised engineering and railway companies in the heart of Manchester, Network Rail. They specialise in the maintenance and development of Britain's rail tracks, signalling, bridges, tunnels, level crossings and many key stations. With new world-class stations being built, they are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures that this country has ever seen. Great opportunities for development and learning in a supportive environment, friendly and sociable team, strong potential for progression. All apprentices so far have secured a permanent position within the team and many of whom have quickly progressed to Assistant Accountant with some progressing further into a Finance Business Partner role.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Flexibility option to be confirmed (flexible). Hybrid working option available.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative