Product Manager, Accounting calcs transf & alloc crew Review
at UBS
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Accounting
London
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
3.6 /5
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4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.2/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Cost Optimisation apprentice
siting in ATAC Cost my team is responsible for accounting calculations transfers & allocations, assisting multiple projects from creation to implementation.
siting in ATAC Cost my team is responsible for accounting calculations transfers & allocations, assisting multiple projects from creation to implementation.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
we are able to rotate every two years so we can experience different roles and divisions of the investment bank.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Alteryx, Tableau, Power BI, Excel, presentation skills, Power Point, Data analysis and project mangement.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
Ubs has organised it very well internally however, BPP as a traning provider was very lacking in coaching and communication.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
we get one day a week to dedicate to our studies and our fuly supported by our team and collouges.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
BPP has been very lacking in communication and has lacked structure throughout the program.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
it helps me to understand the fundamentals and to see how the fundamentals fit into to completing of investment banking accounting.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
there are lots of social activities and networking events regularly set up.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend UBS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good route into the banking world as it lets you simultaneously accumulate experience and your qualifications while being understanding of having a good work life balance.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to UBS?
Do your research on the company and industry
