ACCA Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship
The Institute of Cancer Research · London
Management Information and Analysis
- To assist in the production and distribution of the budgetholder financial and KPI performance reporting in line with the month end timetable
- To assist in the preparation of financial information for the monthly management accounts
- Support the preparation of statutory reports including annual accounts, HESA returns and Transparent Approach to Costing
- Produce reports to support the preparation of management accounts.
- Prepare data for projects and other ad-hoc requirements, as required by Finance Business Partners or the Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
Business Planning
- Prepare and post budget and forecast adjustments throughout the year on a timely basis.
- Assist in the preparation of budget and forecast templates
- Ensure funding authorisation forms for new staff and contract changes are processed and update the Human Resources/Payroll system with funding details
- Help maintain an up-to-date, complete and accurate budget approval and reporting access rights record on Agresso
- Assist in the financial management of non-research related grants that are managed by ICR corporate teams
- Prepare and post adjustments to the General Ledger, under the guidance of the Finance Business Partners
- Maintenance of standing data in Agresso, including project codes and grant codes
- Aid with the monthly review and processing of expenditure accruals and prepayments
- Ensure that monthly interdepartmental recharges are received and are posted in line with the month end timetable.
- Monitor adherence to the journal approval process by the finance team through reconciliation and sample testing.
Grant Tracking and Planning
- Prepare and post budget adjustments throughout the year on a timely basis
- Prepare and post journals and adjustments.
- Assist in the preparation of grant budget templates for new awards.
Perks & benefits
Skills required
- High degree of computer literacy and able to learn new IT skills quickly - Essential
- Strong excel skills - Essential
- General understanding of finance functions and management accounts - Desirable
- Previous exposure to Agresso or a similar ERP finance system - Desirable
- General understanding of and/ or interest in project accounting - Desirable
Qualifications required
- GCSE grade B / 5 and above for Mathematics and English language
- A-levels in relevant subjects A-C
Training you'll get
Accounting and Taxation Professional Level 7 - ACCA The gold standard in Accountancy Apprenticeships.
This programme enables individuals to become fully qualified in a profession which is globally recognised and respected in areas of accountancy, taxation, finance and business. ACCA is ideal if you’re looking to progress your career and become a chartered accountant, or work in an accountancy, audit or tax firm.
ACCA consists of three levels; Applied Knowledge, Applied Skills, and Strategic Professional, and you’ll need to complete relevant work experience at some point before you can qualify. ACCA qualification is made up of three levels:
Applied Knowledge helps you understand the role of accounting in the business environment, and develop the practical skills and techniques expected of an accountant working in business. You can complete Applied Knowledge in six to 12 months.
Applied Skills encourages you to develop a broad understanding of the role of accounting in business and how to interpret financial information.
By studying Strategic Professional, you'll learn advanced techniques, skills, and the professional ethics required of an accountant or consultant operating at a senior level.
Future prospects
- Opportunities for full time employment post qualification
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
