Accounting & Finance Apprentice: Graduate Opportunity

Were looking for 2 Accountancy and Finance Apprentices to join us in Bradford.

This opportunity is suitable for a recent Graduate looking to kickstart their accounting career.

Job purpose:

As an Accounting & Finance Apprentice youll play a crucial role in our team handling finance functions for Liberty Global and its partners. This opportunity not only offers hands-on experience but also provides the chance to pursue an ACCA or CIMA qualification through our development program.

What will you be doing

• Conduct month-end accounting tasks including journal preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Perform data processing activities such as raising invoices and conducting bank reconciliations.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards including SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act).

• Participate in ad-hoc projects to support team objectives.

We look for people with

• In order to be eligible for this Apprenticeship you must have the following:

• Recent university graduates (minimum 2:1 or equivalent). Were open to all degrees as long as you have a passion for finance and accounting. We will also look at predicted grades if you are a final year student due to complete studies by June 2025.
  3 x A Levels (or equivalent) grade C or above
  5 x GCSEs (or equivalent) grade 5 or above (including Maths and English)

• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.

• Fluency in additional European languages including French German or Dutch.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Whats in it for you

• Competitive salary

• 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more

• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app personal medical critical illness cover and dental insurance

• Matched pension contribution up to 10%

• Access to our car benefit scheme

• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us

• The chance to join an innovative fast-paced and passionate team

• Opportunities including Volunteering tickets for the Leeds First Direct Box & monthly lunch time Socials!

Location

This role is based at our Bradford office (BD4) with a hybrid working arrangement including a minimum of 2 days office working and 3 days remote. You may be required to attend the office for extra days at short notice on occasion.

Application process

The qualification of this role is funded by the UK apprenticeship levy which has the following eligibility requirements:

• You must be 16 years old or above

• You must either be a UK citizen or have resided within the UK or EEA for the past three consecutive years with settled status in the UK

Who we are:

Liberty Blume a Liberty Global company is a rapidly growing business services provider specialising in tech-enabled back-office solutions. Our mission is to deliver efficiency scale and value to our customers through Business Procurement and Financial Solutions. If youre curious customer centric and enjoy being one step ahead join us on our scale up journey and unlock your freedom to grow!

Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. Were eager to hear from you no matter your background.