Finance Apprentice

The role will involve rotations across Financial Management and Financial Services to gain maximum exposure and knowledge of the different aspects of NHS finance attaining valuable work experience whilst learning on the job alongside studying for a nationally recognised qualification the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).

Within Financial management there will be a requirement to undertake general duties including maintaining spreadsheets, assisting in the month-end reporting process, raising invoices/credit notes, and responding to general finance queries from colleagues, both within and outside of the Trust. With the rotation to Financial Accounts there will be an opportunity to gain exposure to Accounts Payable and Receivable.

The successful post holder will undertake six month rotations as part of the apprenticeship and once they have successfully completed the Finance apprenticeship they will be offered a permanent band 2 position within finance where the applicant can continue with their AAT and professional CCAB qualification as well as their NHS finance career.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence ® designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

**1. Financial Management**:
To calculate and enter transactions in the General Ledger as required under the supervision Finance Manager/ Deputy Commercial Finance Manager.

To raise any invoices as required by colleagues within the Finance Team.

To assist in the production of accurate information to support financial reports under the guidance of supervising colleagues within the Finance Team.

To assist in the preparation of Annual Budget and Monthly Reporting for the assigned Group(s) in accordance with the departmental framework and timetable.

To assist colleagues within the Finance Teams when required to ensure that the activities within the teams are conducted in accordance with the Trust’s prevailing financial
procedures and controls.

Distribute Budget Reports and Nominal Roll for Budget Holders in line with the agreed monthly reporting timetable.

**2. Financial Accounts**:
To register invoices ensuring accuracy and appropriate authorisation in accordance with departmental procedures into the purchase ledger system.

To assist the Department in achieving its Better Payment Policy (BPP) targets by reviewing reports and liaising with authorisers/suppliers to resolve any issues on a regular basis.

Under the guidance of the Financial Accountant undertake additional duties and procedures required to complete both internal and external reports.

**3. Personal Development**:
To attend any training associated with the apprenticeship programme and complete units within deadlines. To be committed in completing the training and completing one year programme.

Shadow team members, attend meetings and undertake learning opportunities.

Attend training sessions, workshops and e-learning modules as directed.

To maintain good time keeping and attendance and comply with dress code.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.