Finance Apprentice (AAT)

We are looking for talented individuals to join our Finance team at our Actuation UK site . This is a great opportunity for you to broaden your personal development, experience exciting challenges and build the foundations of your career . The challenges start on day one, as you will have the opportunity to build a deep knowledge of business imperatives and operational issues. The Finance function is a site based team who work closely with all areas of the business to deliver our strategic priorities with solutions that are linked directly to aerospace leadership using best-in-class Finance practices. Upon joining the team your responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Completion of monthly financial control processes such as journal and spreadsheet checks
• The preparation of monthly accounts, including completing tasks on behalf of both the financial accounts and management accounts functions
• Preparation and ownership of assigned balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with reviewing cost reduction activities, monitoring progress and inclusion in P&L, with all departments aligned
• Assistance with Sarbanes Oxley self-assessment audits & documentation
• Work with the programs, engineering, operations and commercial teams to create a financial bid model through to completion
• Ad hoc projects where required
As part of the apprenticeship, you will complete Level 3 Assistant Accountant (AAT). (https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/assistant-accountant-v1-2) To support your learning the apprenticeship programme is well structured in order for you to complete a wide range of rotations across financial disciplines t hat ensure a broad depth of knowledge and the opportunity to gain real practical experience. What are we looking for? We are looking for the best apprentice who have the following attributes


• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at level 5+ (must include Maths and English)
• Motivated and professional
• O rganised with excellent attention to detail.
  
  Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Healthcare and Dental Cover
• Competitive pension scheme
• 185 hours holiday per annum (not including Bank Holidays)
Equal Opportunities Collins Aerospace is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at Collins Aerospace including females, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.