Finance Apprentice - Management Accountant Review

by Nestle

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I work as a Finance Apprentice within Costing. On a day-to-day basis, I manage the 'Cost of Goods Sold' for a few smaller businesses and advise the Business Controller based on this reporting. I manage many stakeholders including internal and external customers.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have developed my skills massively whilst being on the Apprenticeship Scheme. Particularly, I have developed my presenting skills and the confidence that comes along with that. I previously struggled with speaking in front of audiences, however now I enjoy the challenge!

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoyed my scheme and really enjoyed the responsibility that came along with it. The trust that the company puts into their Apprentices is immense and something that I am grateful to have experienced!

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme was organised well, however it also allowed for flexibility, so that I could maximise my time on the scheme. You are always in contact with those that want to maximise your development and ensure that you are keeping up with training.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I received lots of support from my employer, particularly my Line Manager when it came to training and experience with the role I was in.

9/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

At the start of my Apprenticeship, I receieved lots of support from my Talent Coach when working towards my CIMA Exams, however when they had a restructure, I then experienced a lack of communication and had to get on with writing my End Point Assessment by myself.

6/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I think my CIMA Studies really help me understand the theory behind why we carry out certain tasks and reports as Management Accountants. Furthermore, it really helped me with the Ethics behind Management Accounting.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There is a work gym in the office whereby you can attend for free (including classes!). There are frequent events that you can get involved in including charity events and social activities.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Nestle to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I would definitely recommend Nestle to a friend! The amount I have developed personally and academically is immense and I am so glad I chose to start my working life with Nestle!

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Nestle?

Be yourself! Nestle pride themselves in accepting people as they are and do not want anyone to have to put a front on at work!