Advanced Apprentice Financial Analyst

Bosch Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Group offers an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Apprentice Financial Analyst in Worcester. Join a dedicated team within the after-sales department, assisting with financial analyses and insights, while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment. This 2-year fixed term role emphasizes analytical skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams, enhancing your career in finance at a leading company.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company Performance Bonus eligibility

Enhanced pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on Bosch products

Subsidised onsite café

Health & wellbeing support

Access to self-service training platform

Networking opportunities

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Degree in finance or related fields preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and analysis of financial reports.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Conduct variance analysis and help in financial decision-making.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Financial Knowledge

Technical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Data Science

Tools

Excel

Job description

Company Description

We’re the nation’s favourite heating brand, here to warm up people’s homes, lives, and futures.

From boilers, hybrids and heat pumps to solar thermal and smart controls, we’re givingour customers plenty of choice. With cutting-edge tech and research, we’re right in the thick of the drive for a better future of home heating.

It’s not all tools and tech. People are the real heart of our company. We connect with our customers to deliver genuinely helpful support, and we care about our employees and give them enriching careers. We work hard, we work together, and we work with a cause – delivering brilliant customer support and exceptional engineering.

As an organisation of more than 1,600 employees, we also take our role in the communities we serve seriously. From giving away free heating systems for community spaces, to our charity, education, and volunteer work – we’re no strangers to rolling our sleeves up, getting stuck in, and helping out.

If that sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we’d love to meet you.

Come and work #LikeABosch at Worcester Bosch.

Job Description

We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join our After sales department as an Advanced Apprentice Financial Analyst

The role is within the Service Department of Worcester Bosch which employs nearly 500 people. This role is to assist in analysing financial data, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and providing insights to enhance the financial performance of our aftersales operations. Also support in the review, approval and signing off partner invoices.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Assisting the Senior Financial Analyst of the department in the following:

• Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial reports related to aftersales operations, including service revenue, warranty claims and profitability.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting processes by gathering and analysing relevant data.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgeted figures, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Help maintain financial models and tools used for financial planning and analysis.
• Collaborate with the aftersales team to gather data and insights that inform financial decision-making.
• Prepare presentations and reports for management, summarizing key findings and recommendations.
• Assist in monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to evaluate operational efficiency.
• Participate in special projects and ad-hoc analyses as required by the finance team.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Support in the development of pricing strategies for aftersales services and products by gathering information and insights
• Foster a positive working relationship with the controlling partner to offer local insights into the department's daily operations
• Support the review and approval process for partner invoices

Key Focuses

• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Budgeting and Forecasting Support
• Performance Monitoring
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams
• Continuous Learning and Development

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Qualifications

Right To Work:

Please ensure you have valid Right To Work in the UK status for the duration of the contract term. This is a 2-year fixed term role.

Education requirements:

Degree in one of the following areas would be beneficial: Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Data Science.

Skills & Attributes:

The successful candidate we are looking for should be able to demonstrate some or all the following Attributes:

• Analytical Skills: The ability to analyse financial data, identify trends, and make sense of complex information is crucial.
• Attention to Detail: Precision is vital in financial analysis, as small errors can lead to significant consequences.
• Financial Knowledge: A strong understanding of financial principles, accounting, and economics is necessary to interpret data accurately.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modelling and tools such as Excel, as well as familiarity with financial software and databases, is important.
• Communication Skills: The ability to convey complex financial information clearly and concisely to stakeholders is essential.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Financial analysts must be able to identify issues and develop strategic solutions based on their analyses.
• Time Management: The ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively is important, especially when working under tight deadlines.
• Critical Thinking: Evaluating information critically and making informed decisions based on data is a key attribute for success.
• Teamwork: Collaboration with other departments and team members is often necessary to gather information and present findings.
• Adaptability: The financial landscape can change rapidly, so being adaptable and open to learning new skills is beneficial.

Additional Information

Deadline for Applications: 18th July 2025

Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time so we encourage candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Expected Start Date: 04 August 2025

Please note that this date is advisory and can be flexible within reason.

Contract Duration: 2 years

Working Hours: 39 hours per week – standard working pattern of 08:00 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 – 16:00 Friday with a 1-hour lunch break

Working with uscomes with the following benefits:

• 25days annual leave per year plus bank holidays (pro-rata for your first year)
• Eligibility for our Company Performance Bonus (up to £2,000 gross per annum)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Access to the Perkbox and My Benefits platforms giving access to discounts, group income protection and death in service benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP
• Discounts on products from across the Bosch Group
• Subsidised onsite café and canteen
• Health & wellbeing support including: over 200 trained mental health first aid champions, free of charge employee assistance programme
• Access to Bosch Social Club membership offering you and up to 5 friends and family discounts on excursions and events
• Volunteering days
• Policy to support growing families
• Access to self-service training platform containing over 200 Bosch approved programmes
• Networking opportunities across Bosch UK including a mentoring programme
• And more!