Finance Apprentice

EGGER UK; Hexham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a dedicated individual to embark on a Finance Apprenticeship with a leading manufacturer in Northumberland. This role will allow you to develop essential skills in financial reporting, variance analysis, and budget forecasting while working alongside experienced professionals. With a focus on quality and sustainability, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment for growth and learning. You'll gain hands-on experience in financial systems and contribute to key financial processes. Join a company that values its employees and provides numerous benefits, including a competitive salary and tailored training opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Private Health Cash Plan

Annual Christmas bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Subsidised travel to and from work

On-site restaurant

Access to free fruit weekly

Free parking in a secure staff car park

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs in Mathematics and English required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial reports and variance analysis.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English

Tools

Financial Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are excited to offer a Finance Apprenticeship opportunity for a dedicated and detail-oriented person. The successful candidate will train to play a pivotal role in supporting the preparation of financial reports, variance analysis, cost analysis, and budget forecasts. They will also contribute to month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

City: Hexham (UK) Contract Type: Full-time Job-Code: 5074 Department:

What you will train to do...

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, including variance analysis, cost analysis, and budget forecasts.
• Support the financial accounting team in month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data, analyze trends, and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial models, spreadsheets, and databases to facilitate efficient data analysis and reporting.
• Participate in cost control initiatives, identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost-saving measures.
• Gain exposure to financial systems and software, assisting in data entry, reconciliation, and maintenance of financial records.
• Engage in ad-hoc projects and tasks as directed by senior members of the financial accounting team, gaining exposure to a wide range of financial activities.
• Assist with the preparation of the Direct Liquidity Reporting to Group Treasury on a monthly basis in line with their requirements.
• Assist with the checking and preparation of VAT returns when required.
• Carry out and support tax-related projects on an ongoing basis.
• Complete all related coursework for the apprentice standard.

What we need from you...

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English, level 4 and above.
• Enthusiasm for pursuing a career in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel is a plus.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work.

We Offer

The opportunity to join the largest manufacturing employer in Northumberland; focused on quality, customer service, the environment and sustainability. Competitive employee benefits (including company pension scheme, learning and development opportunities, and a travel/fuel payment). Technologically advanced systems and processes. Comprehensive induction process, progressive training and development.

Other benefits include:

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• Private Health Cash Plan.
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Subsidised travel to and from work.
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.
• On-site restaurant.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Applications close 16 February 2025

Your Contact

Philip Maloney, HR, T 01434 602191

About EGGER

We create more from wood. With more than 11,000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring. We keep moving and are always developing – manufacturing new products, tapping into emerging markets and generating exciting prospects for everyone that works with us.