Accounting Assistant Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I am an accounting assistant for Balfour Beatty and I'm on the AP 'matching team' where on a daily basis I am sent invoices to match and validate them so they can be sent off for payment. I also deal with many supplier queries and the process of statement reconciliations and remittances.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Learnt a lot of about accountancy and finance within the business. I have gained the ability to use the company's software (Oracle R12) and how to use Excel spreadsheets effectively.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I think it is the best programme as there is endless support offered and instructions are always very clear. I always know what I need to do, how to do it and when to do it.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Extremely structured, there is a clear plan for what is expected and when.

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Endless support from my employer, whenever i feel as though I am struggling I can always ask for help and it is always offered.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Endless support, can talk to any of the tutors and message/call them if I feel necessary.

    10/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Extra knowledge helps be understand why I undertake certain tasks at work enhancing my performance.

    8/10
  • 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.)

    • Yes there is often activities anyone can sign up to such as lunches, theatres and parties etc. There are also allies affinity groups enabling connections across the company.

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Such an amazing company that values every employee.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?

    • Ask questions, everyone loves to help and the more you know the more experience you'll have.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Accounting

Newcastle upon Tyne

March 2024

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