Accountancy Apprenticeship

DHL; Hatton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in England is seeking an Accounts Assistant Apprentice to support financial governance and compliance processes. You will be involved in managing employee expense claims and critical vendor payments, allowing you to apply double-entry bookkeeping principles. Ideal candidates should have good communication and IT skills, as you will need to collaborate with various stakeholders. This apprenticeship offers a pathway to gain your Assistant Accountant Level 3 and potentially further career opportunities within the company.

Benefits

On-site Gym

Quarterly bonus scheme

22 days annual leave

Access to a variety of voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Understanding of financial governance and compliance processes.
• Experience in collaboration and communication with stakeholders.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement in financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing employee expense claims.
• Support in month-end activities and statutory returns.
• Record and analyze financial data using standard tools.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Maths/English (grade C/4+)

x3 Alevel (grade Pass)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Job description

HBH Chartered Accountants are looking for a new Accounts Assistant Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Assistant Accountant Level 3., Are you ready to kickstart your career in Finance? As an Apprentice in Financial Governance at DHL, you will work alongside a dynamic team to ensure compliance with and local policies, maximising financial control and minimising the risk of exposure for DHL Express UK. Your role will be pivotal in supporting key business processes, including managing employee expense claims, critical vendor payments, purchase order processing etc., Overall, this role would provide a solid foundation for a career in finance, equipping the apprentice with practical skills and knowledge that are highly valued in the industry. Day to day, youll be doing the below;

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and compliant Concur expense claims
• Assist in executing manual critical payments and vendor setups while adhering to financial policies
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across various functions, including banks and HMRC
• Identify areas for improvement in financial controls and processes, contributing to a culture of continuous enhancement
• Support the team in month-end activities and statutory returns, including Office of National Statistics (ONS) submissions, Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries
• Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes
• Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts
• Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts
• Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations
• Investigate, resolve or elevate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand
• Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications
• Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data
• Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications
• Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries
• Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes
• Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts
• Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts
• Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations
• Investigate, resolve or elevate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders
• Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand
• Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications
• Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data
• Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications
• Practical Financial Skills: Exposure to financial governance and compliance processes, including managing employee expense claims, critical vendor payments, and purchase order processing
• Understanding of Financial Policies: Insight into group and local financial policies, enhancing their knowledge of compliance and financial control mechanisms
• Collaboration and Communication: Experience in collaborating with internal teams and building relationships with stakeholders, including banks and HMRC, improving interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Process Improvement: Opportunities to identify areas for improvement in financial controls and processes, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement and problem‑solving
• Month-End and Statutory Reporting: Involvement in month‑end activities and statutory returns, including submissions to the Office of National Statistics (ONS), providing hands‑on experience in financial reporting
• Technical Proficiency: Development of skills in software applications such as Advanced Excel and Power BI, which are crucial for data analysis and financial reporting
• Project Management: Experience in project management, particularly in stakeholder management, which is valuable for future career development
• Career Development: A clear pathway for professional development, including the possibility of taking related professional exams and opportunities for internal promotion within DHL
• Work Environment: Experience in a supportive and dynamic work environment that encourages self‑motivation and skill development, Training course
• Assistant accountant (level 3),
• On completion of this 15 month apprenticeship you will have gained your Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship, Other in:
• GCSE Maths/English (grade C/4+)
• x3 Alevel (grade Pass)
• Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• On-site Parking or Shuttle Service to key locations
• On-site Gym
• Canteen
• 22 days annual leave
• Quarterly bonus scheme
• Access to a variety of voluntary benefits, including discounts on retail, entertainment, and gym memberships
• Professional development opportunities with a strong focus on internal promotion