Finance Apprentice Review

I am currently based within the order to cash team which involves many different areas. I am involved within the credit risk team, completing the cleanse activity and simple review which involves myself analysing customers credit limits, risk categories, next review date etc. I am also involved with an order processing project and analysing aged debt. I have calls daily all over the world with collogues.

I have developed many skills including IT skills (Excel) through using Excel daily, my time management has greatly improved to effectively manage both my college work and work. My analysing and problem solving skills have also improved through my on the job work.

I am really enjoying the finance apprenticeship programme, I collaborate with collogues globally which is such a great way to improve my confidence and communication skills. Everyone at AstraZeneca is so supportive which makes this experience even better.

My programme is well organised, each module we study at college my manager organises a call with the specific area of the business which is very useful to help increase our knowledge which also supports us with our exams. Within my team there are many different areas of finance, I have been very lucky to experience these to broaden my knowledge.

I receive so much support from AstraZeneca, from my line manager, mentor, learning and development team, buddies and collogues. Everyone is always willing to help me whether I need help with college work or something at work I know I have lots of people to contact.

I receive a lot of support from my training provider, they have additional online resources to help with the course content i.e online videos, which I find very useful. Additionally, they are happy to give me extra support to help me pass an exam. I also have a progress coach, she is always willing to help if I have a query.

My qualification is very useful for my job role, the content we go through at college is used at work such as accruals and understanding debits and credits. This allows me to put the knowledge I have learnt at college into practice at work.

There are many different groups you can get involved in at AstraZeneca to build your network and to improve your transferable skills. For example, there is AZInspire, Neurodiversity, AZPride and there are volunteering days you can attend. There are also many social events organised for you to attend, for example I recently went bowling with some of our team which was really good to get to know colleagues on a personal level.

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I would recommend AstraZeneca to a friend as it is a great business to work for, everyone is so supportive, kind and welcoming, the office environment is calm nd enjoyable and the opportunity to work with colleagues all around the world is an amazing opportunity to develop your career.

When applying to AstraZeneca my greatest tip is to be yourself, I know this is easier said than done when your nervous but stay calm, explain your experiences so far and demonstrate great values.