IT Finance Apprentice Review

IT Finance Apprentice Headcount reconciliation/forecast analysis PO pre-approval call preparation/administration PO analysis requests Invoice approval reports follow up/tracking Uncommitted reporting/analysis ACL & ILM reviews/administration Assistance/back up for month end accounting/reporting eg. running SAP actual reports, updating common templates, preparing straightforward JEs etc. Tracking Shadow transfers/actuals etc.

Attended various SAP training Learned about terrorism and how to deal with situation if they arise

Working for a large company with big reputation The ability to progress within the company Work with colleagues who have been with Vauxhall for 20,30 and 40 years

My manager always praises me when I have done well in a task. Offers support if I need it. Feel like part of the team. Been given real job responsibilities.

There was confusion to the start date. We had to sort out payment for exams and course materials ie books. I don’t feel we are given enough time to study. The CIMA qualification is very difficult and well advanced for me as I am only level 2 AAT qualified. We have been given a year to complete the course with exams every 7 weeks!

My tutor is amazing and love her teaching styles. But i feel its very rushed and no time to practice and understand what we have just be taught. I have spoken of my concerns about the course but yet to hear anything.

My manager said he will support me fully. HR have yet to get back to me and it’s been over 2 weeks now. The CIMA course is at level 4 and I am only level 2 so I feel I am struggling to understand what is being taught.

My wages just cover my rent and bills. As I have a son im struggling to keep up with his nursery payments. Traveling to college every week is costing me £10 which is not covered even though its work and during work hours. I now bring my own food as the cost of going to the canteen was costing around £5 a day. The location is ok which is a bonus.

There are many activities to take part in. I have volunteered for CSR day to help out at a zoo. I have always worked from when I left school at 16.

Yes

Its a great company with loads of benefits but make sure you get into the right apprenticeship and an area you will enjoy.

Do your research before you apply. Dress smart and presentable. Be confident. Sell yourself. I would of liked to be told about the cima qualification first and hat to expect. This is a new Apprenticeship with Vauxhall so not sure they knew how hard it would be.