Job Description

Job Title:

Accounts Support Assistant Apprentice

Company:

D M Habens

Location:

Portsmouth

Salary:

16,000 per annum (starting salary)

Hours:

Full-time Apprenticeship

About Us

D M Habens is a well-established main building contractor with over

40 years of experience

delivering refurbishment, alterations, and new build projects throughout the South East of England, predominantly for the public sector.

We directly employ a team of 34 staff, both on our construction sites and within our office, and we are proud of our reputation for professionalism, quality, and long-term relationships with our employees. Many of our staff have been with us for several years, and we believe in investing in people through training, support, and welfare.

We are now looking for an

Accounts Support Assistant Apprentice

to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start a career in finance and gain hands-on experience while working towards qualifications.

The Role

As an Accounts Support Assistant Apprentice, you will support the accounts department with day-to-day financial administration while developing your skills and knowledge in accounting. You will receive training and mentoring in all aspects of the role, as well as support to gain formal qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, enthusiastic, and eager to learn who would like to begin a career in finance within a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

Processing purchase invoices and reconciling them to supplier statements Preparing supplier payments Processing petty cash receipts and maintaining records Assisting with preparation of client and supplier valuations Assisting with customer invoicing and project progress forecasting Preparing and issuing customer statements and carrying out credit control follow-up Performing bank reconciliations and nominal balance reconciliations against the Trial Balance Assisting in the preparation of management accounts Supporting the wider finance and office team with ad-hoc tasks as required
Training and Development

Full training will be given in:

Preparation of client and supplier valuations Customer invoicing and progress forecasting Issuing statements and undertaking credit control Bank and nominal balance reconciliations Assisting with the preparation of management accounts
You will also attend college or training provider sessions as part of your apprenticeship programme.

What We're Looking For

A strong interest in finance and accounting Good attention to detail and accuracy Organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks Positive attitude and willingness to learn Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team GCSEs in English and Mathematics or Functional skills
Salary and Benefits

Starting salary of

16,000 per annum

20 days holiday + 8 public holidays per year

Auto-enrolment pension scheme (age appropriate) Employee Accident and Life cover through B&CE Bupa medical cover available via salary sacrifice scheme Full training and mentoring in all aspects of the role Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: Up to 16,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person