Job Description

Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprentice

About the Role

We are looking for an Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprentice to join our Finance team and support the day-to-day running of the company's accounts function.

This role is ideal for someone at the start of their career who is organised, keen to learn, and interested in finance, accounting, and how a growing construction business operates. You will work closely with the Accounts Manager and wider Finance Team and receive structured on-the-job training alongside a formal apprenticeship qualification.

Over time, the role will develop to include more responsibility as skills and confidence grow.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger & Accounts Payable

Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes Resolving basic supplier queries and discrepancies Assisting with supplier statement reconciliations Assisting with processing and raising purchase orders Maintaining Sub-Contractor files and assisting with processing invoices and payments

Sales Ledger & Credit Control Support

Assisting with raising sales invoices Updating customer account records Supporting credit control activities, including chasing outstanding balances Maintaining clear and accurate records of communications

Banking & Reconciliations

Assisting with bank and credit card reconciliations Posting transactions to the accounting system Supporting month-end reconciliation processes Petty Cash posting transactions and balancing account

Stock & Cost Tracking Support

Assisting with stock records and basic stock movements Supporting cost tracking for jobs and projects Helping maintain accurate product and supplier records

Month-End & Reporting Support

Assisting with preparation for month-end accounts Supporting data collection for management accounts (e.g. invoices entered, reconciliations completed) Maintaining organised financial records and audit trails

General Finance Administration

Filing and document management (digital and paper) Supporting process improvements within the finance function Working with other departments to resolve finance-related queries General office duties, answering the telephone, photocoping, filing etc

Training & Development

Enrolment on a recognised

Accounts / Finance Apprenticeship

(e.g. AAT or equivalent) Structured on-the-job training and mentoring from experienced finance staff Exposure to real-world finance processes in a live business environment Opportunity to progress into a permanent Accounts Assistant or Finance role on successful completion of the apprenticeship

Skills & Personal Qualities

Essential

Strong attention to detail Good numeracy and basic maths skills Organised, reliable, and methodical approach Willingness to learn and take instruction Basic IT skills (Microsoft Excel, email, etc.)

Desirable

Interest in finance, accounting, or business administration GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English Any previous office, admin, or work-experience placement

What We Offer

Full apprenticeship training and qualification Supportive, team-based working environment Clear progression opportunities for the right candidate Competitive apprenticeship salary Office-based role with structured working hours
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: 8.00-12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 41.5 per week

Work Location: In person