Finance Apprentice, Amazon
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The largest online retailer and technology provider
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The largest online retailer and technology provider
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
Amazon aims to be Earth’s most customer centric company. Their mission is to continually raise the bar of the customer experience by using the internet and technology to help consumers find, discover and buy anything, and empower businesses and content creators to maximise their success.
Role
Who you are
- We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who have a genuine passion for finance and business insight with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills will be paramount, as you must possess the ability to foster a collaborative environment and work effectively with cross-functional teams building trusted and sustainable relationships
- To be successful in this role, you will need to have an eagerness to learn and grow professionally, and have the ability to take ownership of allocated projects to deliver high quality work with the appropriate timelines
- You also need to be flexible, adapting approaches to assist stakeholders to manage their conflicting priorities as circumstances change
- For the apprenticeship programme we prioritise applicants eligible to government funding for their apprenticeship and for this you need to:
- Be 18 years or over before the start date
- Have the right to live and work in England (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme)
- Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
- Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2025 or later
- Have at least 5 GCSEs C grade (grade 4) or above including Maths and English
- 3 A Levels BBC or equivalent
- This position is a 42 month fixed-term contract. This level 7 Finance Apprenticeship is contingent upon ongoing government funding arrangements. Funding is subject to potential changes in government policy
- You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship
- Please note, you will be required to evidence your qualifications. If you have gained qualifications outside of the UK you will be required to evidence that they are equivalent.
- Note: This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has some or little knowledge/experience of the occupation, and is NOT suitable for candidates who already have a similar or higher-level qualification in the same or similar subject of the apprenticeship. If you already have related qualifications or 2 years plus experience in this field please visit amazon.jobs
- You are able to operate in a fast-paced environment
- You are able to demonstrate drive and a passion for learning
What the job involves
- Are you ready to embark on a dynamic career that goes beyond crunching numbers? Join our team as a Finance Apprentice and develop into an SME in the world of accountancy, taxation, and strategic business strategy
- As a Finance Apprentice, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the diverse and dynamic field that touches every aspect of business
- You’ll learn to analyse complex financial data, provide valuable insights and strategic business advice, partner with key stakeholders and assist organisations in making sustainable financial decisions, audit financial statements, and much more
- A career as an Accountancy or taxation professional can be diverse and challenging; it’s not just about putting numbers into a spreadsheet
- You’ll use technical knowledge, skills and experience to guide organisations and people to make responsible and sustainable financial decisions
- Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll have the chance to rotate across three distinct departments – Accounting, Finance and Tax
- This hands on, immersive experience will give you a 360-degree view of the field, empowering you to develop a diverse skillset and discover your true passion
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams on high-impact projects
- Analysing financial data to uncover insights and drive decision-making
- Participate in client meetings and presentations
- Learn from industry experts through mentorship and training programmes
- Apply your skills to real-world business needs
- Here at Amazon, it's in our nature to learn and be curious
- Within this apprenticeship you’ll have the opportunity to learn by doing, putting newfound knowledge into practice every day
- Our first-class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work will empower you to reach new heights
- If you’re a curious learner eager to grow, this is your chance to unlock your full potential and build the future you envision
- You will gain a vast range of useful experiences and skills whilst working towards the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) certification as well as the Level 7 apprenticeship standard
- As a working student your focus is to complete your studies in your 20% off the job time by learning and developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours to work towards successful graduation
- Please note: As part of your off-the-job learning, you may be required to travel to a training centre
- This location may differ from your primary work base
- Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel as part of the apprenticeship programme
- You will be set goals by your training provider and manager to support your studies
- You will build your skills over a 42-month period, starting in September
- These skills will help you develop personally and professionally
- Your apprenticeship will be made up of classroom/virtual based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training at your Amazon base location, online learning as well as mentoring from our experienced team members
Application process
- The recruitment process will start with your online application – simply submit your CV and complete a few quick eligibility questions.
- Next, you’ll showcase your natural aptitude through an innovative game-based assessment. To get to know you beyond your CV, the next stage of the process will be a video interview. Here you’ll be able to tell us more about you, your motivations and any transferrable skills you have.
- The final step is our assessment centre, where you’ll meet the team, and demonstrate your passion in person. As part of the assessment centre, you may be expected to take part in a group exercise, a presentation, 1 to 1 interviews and other tasks relating to your chosen programme.
- After you’ve attended the assessment centre, the recruitment team will be in contact to confirm the outcome of your application
- We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible, as the roles will close once filled
- We will be holding online assessments from November through to February, with assessment centres taking place between February and May
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Amazon is the world's largest online retailer, and is well-known for its disruption of well-established industries. The company is present in numerous verticals, including cloud computing with Amazon Web Services, AI with its range of Alexa devices and a global marketplace more commonly referred to as 'the everything store'. Acquisitions include Ring, Twitch, Whole Foods Market, and IMDb.
More recently, Amazon has been focused on leading the "third wave in digital advertising". Many businesses are now shifting ad dollars to retailers, which before would have been spent with online media platforms. Amazon's seen great success in the space, with its revenue from advertising now higher than its Amazon Prime membership scheme, audiobooks and digital music combined. This growth is particularly impressive considering its digital ad rivals (like Snap, Alphabet, and Meta) have suffered declines due to wider macroeconomic factors and Apple's iOS privacy changes.
Despite its dominant market position, Amazon will continue to be challenged over the next decade, including sustaining AWS's cloud dominance in the face of Google and Microsoft. On top of this, the company's e-commerce division is facing profitability problems despite its 2023 post-IPO debt funding of 8 billion. It will need to find new ways to stay above their competitors.
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Company benefits
- Employees have opportunities to own Amazon stock, participate in 401(k) plans with company match, and enroll in paid life and accident insurance
- Financial counseling and estate planning services are also available, plus paid short-term and long-term disability if needed
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage to all our regular full-time employees, regardless of their level, tenure, or position
- Amazon employees have free access to a network of more than 2 million caregivers, including nannies, babysitters and special-needs caretakers
- Employees receive discounts on certain day care centers, and Amazon provides a variety of free resources for parents of children with autism, ADHD and developmental disabilities
- Adoption assistance for qualified domestic and international adoption expenses including attorney fees, court costs, and travel
- Leave Share program allows employees to give six weeks of paid parental leave to a spouse or partner who isn’t eligible for parental leave from their employer
Company values
- Customer obsession rather than competitor focus
- Passion for invention
- Commitment to operational excellence
- Long-term thinking
Company HQ
South Lake Union, Seattle, WA
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Leadership
Jeff Bezos
(Founder & Executive Chairman)Jeff is an American business magnate, media proprietor, and investor. As well as founding Amazon, Jeff founded Blue Origin, an aerospace manufacturer and sub-orbital spaceflight services company and also owns The Washington Post.
Andy Jassy
(President & CEO)Joined Amazon as a Marketing Manager in 1997. Developed AWS with Jeff Bezos, and became CEO of Amazon in 2021.
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