Production finance apprentice

1 month ago


London, United Kingdom Channel 4 Full time

Closing date for applications: 22nd April at 11.59pm

Salary: £25,390 per annum

Start: January 2025

Duration: 15 months

Qualification offered: AAT Level 2

Reports to: Production Finance Apprentice

Department: Senior Production Finance Manager



Work together a Level 2 qualification in accounts/finance while working with Channel 4 in this 15-month apprenticeship

If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you. These apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree (full eligibility criteria below).

Our Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home. The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.

Commercial Affairs is responsible for the financial, legal and business aspects of programme making and is tasked with negotiating all contractual, financial and other deal terms between Channel 4 and programme suppliers, in particular independent companies who make programmes on Channel 4’s behalf. The commissioning teams are supported by Legal and Business Affairs Managers and Production Finance Managers who work with commissioning editors to agree the editorial, financial and contractual details of each project, and to manage the business issues arising.

Responsibilities

Preparation of agendas and meeting minutes for Business Approval Board and Programme Finance Committee.Coding and undertaking necessary checks to process invoices.Preparation and analysis of spend to date reports.Maintenance of some departmental spreadsheets.  Creating Journals for error correction within the team and sending them on to the relevant management accountant.General admin and team support to include diary management, meeting organisation, and organisation of away day activities.Running transactional reports from Business Objects (reporting system) and carrying out ad-hoc reconciliations and analysis.Assisting the Controller of Production Finance with the management of the Creative Diversity department budget.Ensure that all essential information is electronically filed and easily accessible across the Production Finance team;Support the production finance team with other duties as required by the role.  

 

Knowledge, skills, experience

As part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job. 

We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills.  Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences. 

Verbal and written communication skills - Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing. Attention to detail -  e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks - e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams. An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's remit Confirm you have Maths & English GCSE Grade C (4) or aboveNumerate and confident dealing with figuresHighly diligent, organised, and self-motivatedComputer literacy with experience of using Excel and MS Power-point

 

Eligibility criteria

You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths & English GCSE.You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level.Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree.

The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups.


To apply

Click on the 'apply' button at the top right to progress the application process. Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

We are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk.

Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking here. You can also watch our YouTube video, Demystifying Interview and Workplace adjustments. 

If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, How to Write an Outstanding Application. 


Relocation 

If you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation.


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