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AstraZeneca

Finance Analyst Review

at AstraZeneca

Degree Apprenticeship

Accounting

Cambridge

Review Submitted: February 2025

Overall Rating

4.6 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I have been involved in many different areas of finance, including the below responsibilities.
Budget reviews (currently)
Finance business partnering (currently)
Financial controls
Month end activities
Supply chain collaboration
Project management
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt and developed many skills, including technical and soft skills. Such as accounting terminology and business processes, communication, and leadership skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My managers and team members have and continue to be very supportive.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider if great, they have been very supportive throughout my journey.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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
Yes, I can get involved in many different activities such as social events which help build my network.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a great organisation, where all employees feel very valued. Its a supportive environment where I am able to be myself, and develop my skills and knowledge working alongside industry professionals.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Be your genuine self, be proud of what you have achieved, do not be afraid to show your great skills and experiences and be willing to work outside your comfort zone.
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