Accounts Apprentice

Job Title: Accounts Apprentice

Location: Central Accounts Department, New Holland, North Lincolnshire

Salary: Competitive

About us

With over 180 years' trading experience, the Howarth Timber Group has grown to provide not only the widest range of products, but expertise, service and knowledge you can rely on. Customers are at the heart of everything we do. With a nationwide network of branches supplying timber and building materials, dedicated manufacturing divisions supplying specialist windows and doors and timber engineering services, the Howarth Timber Group is focused on providing market‑leading choice, quality, service and value.

Accounts Apprentice – AAT Pathway

Role Purpose

This is a developmental role designed to support an individual starting their career in finance. The Accounts Apprentice will complete their AAT qualification through day‑release study while gaining hands‑on experience across Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger and the wider Finance team. The role focuses on learning, building confidence, and developing strong foundational accounting skills.

Key Responsibilities

Year 1 Rotations

Sales Ledger (SL)

• Learn how customer accounts operate and how invoices are processed.
• Support basic reconciliations and query resolution.

Purchase Ledger (PL)

• Assist with supplier invoice processing and statement checks.
• Build understanding of end‑to‑end purchase workflows.

Finance Department

• Learn cashbook routines, bank postings and reconciliation processes.
• Support simple month‑end tasks under supervision.

General Duties

• Support daily transactional processing across SL, PL and Finance.
• Assist with data entry, reconciliations and administrative tasks.
• Maintain accurate records and follow internal controls.
• Engage positively with training, coaching and development activities.

Systems & Tools

Kerridge Excel Ontik Co‑Pilot Phocas

Skills & Behaviours

• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Commitment to learning and professional development.
• Driven, enthusiastic and proactive.

Training & Development

• Day‑release attendance to complete AAT qualification.
• Structured internal training and mentoring.
• Regular progress reviews and development planning.

Progression Path

Upon successful completion of AAT and demonstration of capability, the apprentice will be considered for progression into an Accounts Assistant role.

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: In person