Degree Apprenticeship - BSc Accounting & Finance Manager (in Partnership with University of Exeter)

Reply; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Reply offers a Degree Apprenticeship in BSc Accounting & Finance Manager in partnership with the University of Exeter. This three-year program provides industry-recognized qualifications and real-world experience, suitable for those new to accountancy or looking to advance their careers. Responsibilities include financial performance monitoring and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Completed A-Levels with BBB grades or BTEC equivalent.
• Must hold Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics if under 19.
• Strong interest in Finance, Controlling, and Auditing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and conducting monthly meetings with stakeholders.
• Enhance business profitability by monitoring and controlling performance.
• Learn to forecast and budget on key KPIs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Interest in Finance

Education

A-Levels with BBB grades or BTEC equivalent

Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics

Tools

MS Excel

SAP

Job description

Degree Apprenticeship - BSc Accounting & Finance Manager (in Partnership with University of Exeter)

Degree Apprenticeship - BSc Accounting & Finance Manager (ACCA) - In Partnership with University of Exeter

About Reply:

Reply specialises in designing and implementing solutions based on new communication channels and digital media. As a network of highly specialised companies, Reply defines and develops business models enabled by AI, big data, cloud computing, digital media, and the internet of things. Reply provides consulting, system integration, and digital services to organisations across telecom and media, industry and services, banking and insurance, and the public sector.

Role Overview:

The purpose of the Accounting & Finance Manager Degree Apprenticeship is for individuals who aspire to manage and implement accounting and finance systems and processes that support decision-making aligned with organisational strategy. The programme emphasizes applying technical and technological knowledge to all aspects of accounting and finance, using problem-based and inquiry-led learning to develop relevant skills and behaviours.

As a degree apprentice in Reply's internal management reporting team, you will manage the complexities of a networked and growing organisation, reporting directly to the Head of Management Reporting. Your internal customers will be the managing directors of our Reply subsidiary companies. This flexible programme is suitable for those new to the accountancy sector or with existing experience seeking to upskill and advance their careers. You will gain industry-recognised qualifications alongside valuable real-world work experience. The three-year BSc Accounting & Finance Manager degree apprenticeship will be based at our London office and delivered via online learning in partnership with the University of Exeter. The start date is September 2025.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist with preparing and conducting monthly meetings with stakeholders to review financial performance.
2. Enhance business profitability by monitoring and controlling company performance.
3. Learn to forecast and budget on key KPIs in the management reporting process for Reply's UK subsidiary companies.
4. Assist with drafting quarterly reporting packages as part of the Management Reporting Team.
5. Support reconciliations with statutory financial statements.

About the candidate:

• Completed A-Levels with BBB grades (preferably including Mathematics and Economics) or BTEC (DDM) equivalent. Alternatively, completed a Level 3/4 apprenticeship in Accounting/Finance aiming to top-up to a full Bachelor's degree. Candidates with at least two years' relevant work experience in accountancy or finance (e.g., finance assistant, controller) will also be considered. Note: applicants still completing their A-Levels/BTEC this year cannot be considered due to course deadlines.
• Must hold a Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics if under 19, as per the Education and Skills Funding Agency requirements.
• Strong interest in Finance, Controlling, and Auditing processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Initial accounting exposure is preferred.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and basic SAP knowledge are advantageous.

Reply is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to diversity and fair employment practices. We encourage applicants to inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.