Finance Apprentice

Assist with carrying out a range of finance task, such as:

Producing regular reports from the University’s financial system Preparing monthly / quarterly management accounts Preparing and consolidating the annual budget and five year plans Assisting with the preparation and audit of the statutory accounts Conducting ledger and bank account reconciliations Entering accounting adjustments Undertaking student billing and credit control activities Testing systems and validating master data Administering purchase order creation Processing accounts payable Handling insurance claims Undertaking VAT transactional activity Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and apprenticeship mentor. Interact effectively with students, customers, suppliers and staff of the University Undertake any other appropriate duties as required

Training Outcome:

Upon completing this apprenticeship you have the knowledge, skills and behaviours to work in a range of finance roles and you will have the practical experience of working in a large and multidisciplinary educational organisation. We will work with you to identify suitable roles beyond their apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Newcastle University is part of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities. We have over 37,000 students and 6,000 colleagues, giving us a diverse, vibrant and dynamic professional environment. Our UK campus is based in Newcastle city centre and we also have a global presence through our campuses in Singapore and Malaysia. We have a thriving international community of colleagues and students from over 140 countries.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working