Finance Graduate Trainee

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success. The RoleWe have a new and exciting opportunity for an early career Graduate Trainee to join our NU Finance team. You will be part of a cohort of graduates, with the role rotating between different placements within the Financial Control and Internal Audit teams initially. NU Finance is undergoing an exciting transformation, making improvements to our systems and processes, and we were recently shortlisted for Public Sector Team of the Year for the upcoming 2024 North-East Accountancy Awards. The Financial Control team is responsible for accounts production, external financial reporting, technical accounting advice, taxation compliance and robust financial control across the University. The Internal Audit team is responsible for providing robust and objective assurance on, and insight and advice about, the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls, covering the full scope of the University’s operations (including Finance and other areas). To view the full job description, please click here. This opportunity gives you fully-funded study towards the postgraduate level 7 Accountancy Professional apprenticeship standard and the ability to achieve the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) qualification, which is expected to take four years. Progression within the role to the next grade is available upon completion of the Knowledge and Skills stage of the ACCA. You will develop the skills and confidence to work increasingly more independently in your role as you progress through the qualification and gain more experience.