We are seeking a Finance Apprentice to support our in-house Finance
team while pursuing professional qualifications through an Apprenticeship
program and actively developing their skills.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing,
mission-driven company at the forefront of Islamic financial services.
StrideUp
is backed by leading VC and private equity investors, having raised close to
£25m in funding.
As Finance Apprentice you will
support the Finance Lead with operational finance, bookkeeping, financial
reporting, management accounting and business partnering. You will play a key
part in projects that improve business processes and work closely with key
stakeholders supporting them from a finance capacity.
You will upskill as you progress
through professional qualifications enabling you to grow and take on more
responsibilities.
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Operational
Finance: Take ownership of Accounts Payable &
Accounts Receivable, manage supplier relationships, aid treasury management,
implement financial controls and policies.
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Bookkeeping:
Bank reconciliations and journal posting (accruals, prepayments and
intercompany) building up to more complex financial accounting.
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Management
Accounting: Assisting the budget process and monthly
forecasting, analyse and report actuals vs budget, assist in preparation of Management
Accounts.
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Financial
reporting: the preparation and submission of ad hoc
financial information and financial returns required by external stakeholders
such as funders, Regulator and HMRC, help with the year end audit.
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Business
partnering: Assist department heads with identifying
spend vs budget and ensure their teams are equipped and supported from a
finance capacity.
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Improve
business processes: Identify areas for improvement,
strategise and implement.
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Study,
upskill and qualify: Take professional exams and
additional training with the goal of qualifying as a Chartered/ Certified
Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).