7 Accounting jobs

We are seeking a highly motivated and conscientious Apprentice who is interested in working in our Investment Operations department. The successful applicant will be involved in analysing business requirements against the functionality of our investment management system (Aladdin) and put forward the most appropriate solution.  This Apprenticeship will give successful candidate a practical introduction to the management and operation of an investment firm, while providing early exposure to a range of business experiences.  M&GPrudential is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our role as an employer is very simple – to provide the right environment for talented people to do their best work, by respecting, understanding and valuing individual differences. Investment Operations Department Investment Operations supports the day to day fund management activities across the investment lifecycle. We aim is to deliver an efficient and robust platform to support the business growth. The Aladdin Product Team is a new team being set up to support the day to day use of the Blackrock Aladdin system. Alongside this role, the team will consist of a Product Owner, another Senior Business Analyst and a Service Analyst. As an Aladdin Business Analyst Apprentice, you will be responsible for looking at requests that come in to the team and identifying solutions. You will be fully trained in Aladdin and business analysis techniques. Your daily duties will include: Taking responsibility for championing the use of Aladdin throughout the business Delivering excellent customer service and stakeholder (customer) engagement Working with business users to identify concerns or areas for improvement in their workflows and work with Aladdin ASM and BlackRock on the resolution Taking ownership of issues and identifying the most suitable solutions Assisting in the improvement of the users training (internal and external courses) Providing ad hoc admin support to the Team where required Training Provided  As a Business Administration Apprentice with BPP, you will undertake the Business Administrator Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship. The Apprenticeship will be delivered through a blend of live online learning, pre-recorded lectures, and face to face inductions and masterclasses. Skills Required Good communication skills, both written and verbal High level of accuracy and good attention to detail Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines Basic understanding of MS Office (Word, Outlook) Strong Excel spreadsheet skills A proactive team player who is confident about working independently Logical and analytical approach coupled with intelligence, passion and a drive to learn Personal Qualities  The role would ideally be suited to a confident individual with a positive outlook and good attention to detail, a desire to learn and with an interest in a career in Investment Management. The successful applicant should enjoy working as part of a team and be able to manage their time effectively. The applicant would ideally have an inquisitive, can-do attitude and have an efficient approach. You will be fully trained in how to use the Aladdin system and business analysis training. This apprenticeship will also provide you with the introduction to Investment Management. Desired: Experience of an office or business environment

We are seeking a motivated and conscientious Apprentice who is interested in working in Financial Services and wishes to pursue a career in Finance. The successful applicant will be involved in preparing and analysing management information and dealing with different areas of the business. They will also get the opportunity to learn about different life insurance products and the financial metrics of the company while working with a supportive accounting team. M&GPrudential is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our role as an employer is very simple – to provide the right environment for talented people to do their best work, by respecting, understanding and valuing individual differences.   Financial Management Planning & Performance Team Finance Management, Planning and Performance (FMPP) works in partnership with the business and wider Finance function to deliver the business plan, improve performance and make informed decisions by providing financial insight and guidance. As a Finance Apprentice, you will be expected to support the Wealth area which including sales reporting and expense management. You will be expected to use Power BI (business analytics application), MS Excel and other tools to perform in-depth numerical analysis. Your duties will include: Undertaking numerical analysis and data manipulation using a range of software Supporting a variety of management reports Responding to technical queries Supporting project work when required Supporting expense analysis for the business Understanding and supporting sales bonus payments Seeking and acting on opportunities to develop technical and business understanding Drafting and maintaining up-to-date, appropriate documentation and checklists for processes Providing ad hoc admin support to the team where required Future Prospects This is a fixed term contract for 13 months upon which the business may decide to retain, subject to the Apprentice performance, headcount and available funding. If recruited into a permanent role, the individual will follow the career progression applicable to the specific role/department.   Training Provided As a Business Administration Apprentice with BPP, you will undertake the Business Administrator Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship. The Apprenticeship will be delivered through a blend of live online learning, pre-recorded lectures, and face to face inductions and masterclasses.   Skills Required Good communication skills, both written and verbal Attention to detail Ability to organise and prioritise workload Ability to work to deadlines Basic understanding of MS Office (Word, Outlook) Strong understanding of MS Excel Strong mathematical ability Ability to work in a diverse team Ability to build and develop relationships Problem-solving abilities coupled with intelligence, passion and a drive to learn   Personal Qualities The role would ideally be suited to a confident individual with a strong ability in mathematics and with an interest in a career in Finance. The successful applicant should enjoy working as part of a team and be able to manage their time effectively. The applicant would ideally have an inquisitive and analytical nature and be keen to learn.   Desired: Experience of an office or business environment Experience of preparing written and verbal communications for a range of audiences

We hold open evenings in our offices across the UK to give school leavers, parents and teachers, the chance to find out what life is like at EY. You’ll learn about our company values and culture, the programmes we offer and the five key future skills we think everyone needs to succeed in the workplace. You’ll also get the chance to meet our people, from apprentices to Partners to find out how an apprenticeship at EY could kick-start your career. By the end of the evening, you’ll have a good idea of where your skills can fit in the workplace and a clearer sense of whether EY is the right place for you. And, if you’d like to experience EY first hand, find out more about our EY Business Academy programme and how this might be the right next step for you.

Gain on-the-job experience that will help you decide if you’d prefer your career to start with an apprenticeship – rather than at uni. You’ll contribute to real client projects and learn from our apprentices, while discovering what it’s like to work with some of the world’s largest businesses. What is the Business Academy at EY? It’s our way of helping you decide how you want to start your career. You might not be sure about going to uni, but if you’re equally unsure jumping into the world of work, join us for a week. By spending time in our teams, you’ll discover what we do and have lots of opportunities to speak to our current apprentices about their decision and experiences so far. What will you be doing? You’ll support our team on real client work, learning alongside our apprentices. You’ll also see what it’s like to work with some of the world’s largest organisations, while picking up new skills through tailored training sessions across the week. Best of all, you’ll have a head start on developing the business skills you’ll need if you decide an apprenticeship is right for you. Entry requirements You need to be in Year 12 (UK) and S5 (Scotland) and on track to achieve three A-Levels, five Scottish Highers or the equivalent, by the time the programme starts.

To stay competitive, companies often need to buy, sell, merge or restructure parts of their business. Join the EY Transaction Business Apprenticeship Programme and you’ll help organisations stay ahead of the competition while earning a great salary, gaining invaluable work experience and studying for a professional qualification. What is Transactions at EY? Economies are fuelled by competitive organisations who buy, sell, merge or restructure parts of their business with others. Our job is to help them do all that while making more informed decisions and building better strategies. What will you be doing? As part of our team, you’ll get straight to work on real client projects. Over the course of the programme you can expect to contribute to challenging assignments, learn how to make quick, practical decisions and work through problems with conviction in your process. You’ll also be: • Identifying and understanding clients’ financial and operational issues and how their business and industry works • Solving urgent and important problems as part of our Restructuring team • Working autonomously alongside senior executives, lawyers and finance professionals • Developing strong relationships with our clients Throughout, you’ll study to become a qualified chartered accountant through the ICAEW in England or ICAS in Scotland, and have support from your team too. At the end of the programme, you’ll have gained professional qualifications, lots of practical experience and built a strong network of mentors and peers to help you keep developing. Entry requirements You’ll need to have completed three A-Levels, five Scottish Highers or the equivalent by the time the programme starts.

Start your tech career with the EY Degree Apprenticeship in Digital and Technology. You’ll gain real work experience, develop your digital skills and work towards a BSc degree – without the student loan. What is the Degree Apprenticeship in Digital and Technology at EY? As part of the wider Technology team, this apprenticeship enables you to help EY and our clients find new ways of using artificial intelligence and other innovative technologies to improve their business. You can specialise in either software engineering or data analytics, and this will determine which business areas you join. What will you be doing? You could be helping teams to solve client problems using technologies like blockchain, or analysing huge data sets and building insights to present to clients and EY specialist teams. The work and clients will be varied, so you’ll gain knowledge and skills that will set you up for a rewarding career. The work you’ll be doing could include: • Designing, prototyping and building new tech solutions for clients • Working in supportive teams in either Assurance, Consulting, People Advisory, Tax or Transactions • Helping clients use the latest technology to solve complex issues like fraud • Building data solutions to provide analysis on large data sets so you can share insights with clients and EY specialist teams Y ou’ll be constantly learning - You’ll balance on-the-job training alongside studying towards your BSc. You’ll also gain a host of transferable skills, on-the-job coaching and support from a careers counsellor to ensure that you reach your potential. Entry requirements If you’re passionate about technology and have achieved three A-Levels, five Scottish Highers or equivalent by the time the programme starts, this apprenticeship is for you.

Deadline: Ongoing Salary: Competitive Location: Nationwide ICAEW Chartered Accountant At ICAEW, our members are more than accountants. They are leaders, creators, and innovators. They don’t settle for average, they strive for the best. That’s why 98 of the world’s 100 global leading brands employ ICAEW Chartered Accountants. Our qualification, the ACA, opens up a world of opportunity across a diverse range of workplaces. From renowned professional services firms, to entrepreneurial start-ups, charities and government bodies, there’s no end to where our qualification will take you. To become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant, you need to train for and successfully complete the components of the ACA. This is done on-the-job, so you’ll be able to earn a salary whilst studying. How do I become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant? You become chartered through completing the ACA qualification, which is a combination of study, exams and practical work experience. As a school leaver, there are a number of ways to complete the qualification: ICAEW Apprenticeships We currently offer a Level 4 and a Level 7 Apprenticeship, and which one you choose depends on your end goal and your employer. Level 4 – Accounting Technician Apprenticeship Study for the ICAEW Certificate in Finance, Accounting and Business (ICAEW CFAB) Equivalent to the first level of the ACA Chartered Accountant qualification and the first year of a Bachelor’s degree Minimum 12 months to complete Level 7 – Accountancy Professional Apprenticeship   Study for the ACA Chartered Accountant qualification Equivalent to a Master’s degree Typically 36 to 48 months to complete, depending on prior experience School Leaver Programme This option also allows you to begin your ACA qualification straight from school, so you should start looking for an employer offering a school leaver programme during your last year of A-levels. We work with many different employers across a range of industries, so there’s plenty of choice available. AAT-ACA Fast Track This option is a collaboration between the Association of Accounting Technicians and ICAEW. It provides those studying the AAT with credits towards the ACA, enabling them to qualify as ICAEW Chartered Accountants quicker than they may have been able to otherwise. To find out more about any of these options, visit ICAEW Careers, and to find vacancies, visit ICAEW Training Vacancies. What are the requirements? You don’t need to be a mathematical wizard to do the ACA. You don’t even need maths as one of your A-levels. What’s more, if you choose to go to university, we welcome all degrees. What you will need from most employers is at least a B in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) and also above 112 UCAS points. If you choose to complete a degree, you’ll be expected to achieve at least a 2:1 by most employers.