Apprentice Finance and Accounting Technician - University of Oxford - Mathematical Institute

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the University of Oxford as Apprentice Finance and Accounting Technician within the world-leading Mathematical Institute.

You will gain skills and experience both in the workplace, and through the completion of a course of study. Appropriate objectives will be set during the course of the Apprenticeship. This is a general Finance role, which means that you will have the opportunity to learn how to complete a wide range of Finance administration.

The Apprentice Finance and Accounting Technician will provide essential support to the Finance team:

Learn to carry out general office duties including managing emails and calendars, filing, and dealing with finance enquiries via email, face to face and over the phone/MS Teams Learn how to use the University’s Finance system, Oracle, to enter confidential, financial data, raise purchase orders on a daily basis and assist with data entry into internal databases and spreadsheets With support, prepare any necessary financial documentation, including general ledger journals with a full audit trail. This could also involve drafting and updating information on the Finance pages of the website, and helping to prepare training material Learn about financial process, including the petty cash process and the process for raising Internal and External sales invoices according to University procedures Assist with maintaining finance records, ensuring accurate physical and electronic records are kept and that they are complete and up-to-date Assist with preparing reports for month end reporting and reviewing the open purchase orders and closed for receiving purchase orders report on a regular basis Assist with the delivery of projects across the Finance team; working with different team members on a varied array of projects, liaising with colleagues across the department to gather information and support successful delivery Learn how to provide basic advice on financial policies and procedures as appropriate, and referring to the Finance Officer (General Ledger) for any complex cases Develop skills and a full understanding of University financial regulations, that contribute to the development and continuous improvement of Finance activities Help to organise materials and venues for Finance meetings or events, including training

This list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out additional tasks that fall within your competency as directed by the Finance Manager.

Training:

Duration:  

13 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment 

Delivery model: 

Work-based training with your employer  Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week at either Abingdon or Witney Campus)  Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work 

Qualifications included: 

AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting  Level 2 Accountants or Finance Assistant Apprenticeship 

End Point Assessment: 

In-tray test  Portfolio  Structured Interview 

Training Outcome:
Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career

Employer Description:
We are the largest employer in Oxfordshire with around 16,000 staff working in and around Oxford in a huge range of roles. Our apprentices are never on their own and will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region. We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday usually 9.00am- 5.00pm. You will have a fixed term contract of employment with the University of Oxford for 2 years.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Interest in accounting career,Committed to AAT study,Can follow procedure,Able to work accurately,Good time management,Aptitude for the skills taught