Finance Apprentice

Role Purpose:

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to begin a career in finance and accountancy whilst gaining a recognised professional qualification, such as AAT.

Working within a busy finance department, the Accounts Apprentice will support the Finance Manager with a variety of day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks. As knowledge, skills and experience develop through both practical workplace learning and formal study, the apprentice will take on increasing responsibility and gradually progress towards the full Finance Assistant role.

Key Responsibilities

The Accounts Apprentice will receive training and support to undertake the following duties:

• Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the finance department.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and databases.
• Processing supplier purchase invoices.
• Assisting with the processing of customer statements and credit notes.
• Supporting the maintenance of sales and purchase ledgers.
• Assisting with credit control activities and debtor management.
• Processing employee expenses and credit card reconciliations.
• Assisting with supplier payment preparation and cash flow monitoring.
• Supporting bank reconciliations and banking activities.
• Filing and maintaining financial documents and records.
• Ensuring financial information is handled confidentially and accurately.
• Undertaking general administrative duties to support the finance team.
• Attending college or training provider sessions and completing all apprenticeship coursework and assessments within agreed timescales.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties requested by the Finance Manager or Directors.

Training and Development

The successful candidate will work towards a recognised accounting qualification, such as:

• AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (or higher level, depending on experience and qualifications)
• Functional Skills qualifications where required

The apprentice will receive on-the-job training and mentoring to develop the skills and knowledge required to progress into a Finance Assistant position.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Reliable, organised and able to manage time effectively.
• A positive and professional attitude.
• Basic IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above.
• Previous experience in an office, administration or customer service environment.
• An interest in finance, accounting or business administration.

What We Offer

• A structured apprenticeship programme with paid study time.
• Practical experience within a supportive finance team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Potential progression into a Finance Assistant role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Training/Apprenticeship

• Depending on the candidates level of experience, L2 or L3 apprenticeship training will be provided by First Intuition.

Terms & Conditions

This is a full-time apprenticeship position working 40 hours per week.

Standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm, with a one-hour lunch break each day.

As part of the apprenticeship programme, the successful candidate will attend college on a day-release basis during term time. The apprentice's working pattern will therefore be adjusted to accommodate college attendance, with the specific day(s) spent in the office being dependent on the timetable set by the college or training provider.

Please note that college attendance days and timetables may change throughout the academic year or between academic years, and the apprentice will be expected to adapt their working schedule accordingly.

The successful candidate will be required to attend all scheduled training sessions and complete apprenticeship coursework, assignments and assessments as part of their employment and qualification programme.

Pay: £18,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person