ACCA Graduate Accountant Apprenticeship
Cockburn Multi Academy Trust · Leeds
- Undertaking monthly tasks as part of the month end process to ensure that internal management reporting deadlines are met;
- Preparation of monthly accruals;
- Completion of account reconciliations;
- Provision of central finance support to finance teams within schools;
- Provision of ad hoc financial information;
- Analysis and reporting to assist with some annual reporting processes, such as the creation of the Annual Financial Statements, and the AAR.
- Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
- Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
- Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
- Treat all users of the school with courtesy and consideration
- Present a positive personal image, contributing to a welcoming school environment which supports equal opportunities
- Any other tasks commensurate with the role and as by directed by the Executive Headteacher or Head of School.
Perks & benefits
Skills required
- Experience using several IT applications and systems to efficiently retrieve and record information, including strong Excel and analytical skills;
- Well-developed communication skills and the ability to use them to inform, advise and work positively with all colleagues and deal sensitively with a wide range of project contacts;
- Knowledge of and adherence to procedures and legislation relating to confidential informations;
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and working in a school environment.
Qualifications required
- Have completed (or will complete) a bachelor’s degree (gaining at least a 2:2) or equivalent level 6 qualification within the last three academic years, and be looking to gain a wide variety of knowledge and experience in finance;
- Be willing to pro-actively work towards ACCA / CIMA qualification; with the drive and ability to pass exams at the first attempt.
Training you'll get
Accounting and Taxation Professional Level 7 - ACCA The goldstandard in Accountancy Apprenticeships.
This programme enables individuals to become fully qualifiedin a profession which is globally recognised and respected in areas ofaccountancy, taxation, finance and business. ACCA is ideal if you’re looking toprogress your career and become a chartered accountant, or work in anaccountancy, audit or tax firm.
ACCA consists of three levels; Applied Knowledge, AppliedSkills, and Strategic Professional, and you’ll need to complete relevant workexperience at some point before you can qualify. ACCA qualification is made upof three levels:
Applied Knowledge helps you understand the role ofaccounting in the business environment, and develop the practical skills andtechniques expected of an accountant working in business. You can completeApplied Knowledge in six to 12 months.
Applied Skills encourages you to develop a broadunderstanding of the role of accounting in business and how to interpretfinancial information.
By studying Strategic Professional, you'll learn advanced techniques, skills,and the professional ethics required of an accountant or consultant operatingat a senior level.
Future prospects
- Opportunity for growth and progression for the right candidate
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
