Finance Apprentice (StrideUp Homes Ltd)

StrideUp is backed by leading VC and private equity investors, having raised close to £25m in funding.

As Finance Apprentice you will support the Finance Lead with operational finance, bookkeeping, financial reporting, management accounting and business partnering. You will play a key part in projects that improve business processes and work closely with key stakeholders supporting them from a finance capacity.

You will upskill as you progress through professional qualifications enabling you to grow and take on more responsibilities. Operational Finance: Take ownership of Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable, manage supplier relationships, aid treasury management, implement financial controls and policies. Bookkeeping: Bank reconciliations and journal posting (accruals, prepayments and intercompany) building up to more complex financial accounting. Management Accounting: Assisting the budget process and monthly forecasting, analyse and report actuals vs budget, assist in preparation of Management Accounts. Financial reporting: the preparation and submission of ad hoc financial information and financial returns required by external stakeholders such as funders, Regulator and HMRC, help with the year end audit. Business partnering: Assist department heads with identifying spend vs budget and ensure their teams are equipped and supported from a finance capacity. Improve business processes: Identify areas for improvement, strategise and implement. Study, upskill and qualify: Take professional exams and additional training with the goal of qualifying as a Chartered/ Certified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).

Training Outcome:

This role offers long term opportunities to progress to a permanent position upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
StrideUp's mission is to redefine the standard of Islamic financial services through expertise, sincerity, and a personable approach. Our vision is to enable the Muslim community to access financial solutions aligned with their values. On our path to building a digital bank, we started with property finance and have already deployed hundreds of millions in financing and supported thousands of people in their financial goals.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,Microsoft Office/ Excel,Accuracy in work,Proactive approach,Self starter,Detail orientated,Mission driven