Accounting and Finance Manager Apprentice

Join the BBC as an Accounting and Finance Manager apprentice, a fixed-term apprenticeship for 37 months, based in Cardiff. You'll earn a salary of £24,650 and work towards an industry-recognised qualification.

The BBC finance teams manage finances, accounting, and ensure content gives best value to audiences. As an apprentice, you'll learn on-the-job, developing knowledge and skills in finance, and studying for a recognised professional qualification with a learning provider.

Key responsibilities include:

• Financial accounting and reporting
• Analysing financial data
• Managing accounting and financial systems
• Conducting periodic accounting and finance reviews
• Producing accurate financial and accounting management reports

You'll study towards an Accounting Finance Manager Level 6 apprenticeship standard, learning both on and off the job. Alongside your day-to-day role, you'll develop knowledge and practical skills in areas such as:

• Financial Accounting and Reporting
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Financial Management and Control
• Business Decision-Making
• Risk, Governance and Compliance
• Accounting Systems and Technology

Eligibility criteria:

• Be 18 years old or over by September 2027
• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last 3 years prior to the start of the apprenticeship
• Be legally eligible to work full-time in the UK for the entire duration of the apprenticeship
• Not currently be enrolled in another apprenticeship programme
• Not already hold a qualification in the same subject area at the same or a higher level than this apprenticeship
• Have GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent qualifications)

Benefits:

• Excellent career and professional development
• Fair pay and flexible benefits, including a competitive salary package, a 35-hour working week, 25 days annual leave, and a defined pension scheme
• Industry-recognised qualification
• Industry-leading training through the BBC Academy and learning providers
• A dedicated Team Manager and Scheme Specialist to help with development
• Employability and networking training and support to help secure the next role