CIMA Finance Apprentice BMW UK

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 7 CIMA apprenticeship with BMW UK and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience including recording finance month and year end processes and preparation and delivery of financial planning for overhead expenses.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 05 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,900.00

    Please note - The starting salary would be £15,900, however it would increase to £18,100 after 6 months, then £20,200 by the end of the first year. There is also a £1600 annual bonus. Then bi annual increase continue for the remainder of the 4 year

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 9.00am -5.15pm (45 minutes lunch) 37.5 hours per week

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    27 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 7 (Master's degree)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000186538

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Support process of timely and accurate preparation and delivery of financial planning for overhead expenses and headcount for BMW UK and Ireland
  • Support with headcount data entry and analysis for BMW UK Group
  • Participate in the Finance month and year end processes to ensure timely and accurate recording of entries in financial
    and management accounting systems
  • Perform regular reviews of cost centre master data and requistioner access in the SAP Finance system to ensure that
    information is correct and up to date
  • Support with Finance projects: this can include identifying potential projects (within team or across wider Finance
    function), providing expertise to on-going projects, and taking ownership of projects from end-to-end. In particular,
    focusing on the areas of process improvement and simplification
  • Ensure policy adherence, tracking of costs and reporting for corporate memberships and donations in BMW UK Group

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Accounting and Taxation Professional Level 7 - CIMA The gold standard in Accountancy Apprenticeships, this programme enables individuals to become fully qualified in a profession which is globally recognised and respected in areas of accountancy, taxation, finance and business.

The CIMA pathway within this apprenticeship consists of three levels: Professional Operational, Professional Management and Professional Strategic.

Learners must pass all assessments at each level in addition to completing work experience requirements to become fully qualified.

The levels are made up of the following:

  • CIMA Operational teaches you about organisational management, costs and analysis used in production, and financial reporting and taxation
  • You also take a Case Study, which tests your overall knowledge of the level. CIMA Management equips you with the skills to perform advanced management accounting and advanced financial reporting tasks.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Opportunities may be available within the Finance Team upon completion of the apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9/A*-4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9/A*-4/C) Essential

Things to consider

Benefits include: 27 days holiday allowance raising to 30 days in the 3rd year. Company pension scheme. Onsite parking. Exciting Additional Benefits – Throughout your apprenticeship, you will be supported by our experts and many fellow apprentices. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits including access to our discounts scheme, and a subsidised on-site restaurant. If aged 18 and over, you will also have the opportunity to purchase or lease a BMW or MINI vehicle of your choice at a very special and reduced rate as part of your benefits package. Please note - The starting salary would be £15,900, however it would increase to £18,100 after 6 months, then £20,200 by the end of the first year. There is also a £1600 annual bonus. Then bi annual increase continue for the remainder of the 4 year apprenticeship.

About the employer

Automotive finance company supplying financial service products to consumers and retailers. Part of the BMW Group.

Employer

BMW UK

Address

Summit ONE, Summit Avenue,

Farnborough

Hampshire

GU14 0FB

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Training

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Accountancy or taxation professional

Level 7 (Master's degree)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 05 Oct 2023