Accounting Apprentice

Aspect Capital; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Accounting Apprentice, where you will gain invaluable hands-on experience in diverse accounting functions. This role offers a strong foundation in accounting, with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will support the finance team in executing financial transactions, processing invoices, and preparing reports, all while collaborating with seasoned professionals. This apprenticeship is designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in finance and accounting, making it an exciting opportunity for anyone eager to start their career in this field.

Benefits

Professional Development

Mentorship and Learning

Numerous Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated academic success in GCSE and A-Level results.
• Keen interest in finance and accounting with a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Aid in processing supplier invoices and ensuring accurate data entry.
• Assist in reconciling bank statements with internal records.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Interest in Accounting & Finance

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Education

GCSE

A-Level

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job description

As an Accounting Apprentice, you will integrate with a finance team where you will obtain practical experience in diverse accounting functions. You will assist in the efficient execution of financial transactions, support the team with various accounting tasks, and contribute significantly to the month-end process. This apprenticeship is structured to offer a strong foundation in accounting, with ample opportunities for development, learning, and professional growth.

Job requirements

• Academic Excellence: Demonstrated academic success, including GCSE and A-Level results.
• Attention to Detail: Capacity to work with numbers accurately.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to remain organised and prioritise tasks, especially when handling deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with suppliers and internal teams.
• Interest in Accounting & Finance: Keen interest in finance and accounting is essential. While no prior experience is required, enthusiasm to learn and develop in the field is important.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word): Basic understanding of Excel is advantageous, as it is frequently used for reporting and data entry.

Job responsibilities

• Invoice Processing and Data Entry: Aid in processing supplier invoices, ensuring precise coding and entry into the accounting system. Confirm that invoices align with budget and expenses correspond with receipts before posting to the accounts payable ledger.
• Bank Reconciliation Support: Assist in reconciling the company's bank statements with internal accounting records to ensure accuracy. Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank and accounting records.
• Monthly Financial Reporting Support: Help prepare monthly management accounts by gathering and inputting data from various sources.
• Budget and Forecast Data Collection: Assist in tracking and updating the budget by collecting actual financial data, comparing it against planned figures, and highlighting variances.
• Preparation for External Audits: Support the preparation of information for external audits. Ensure that all accounts payable and accounting functions comply with financial controls and regulatory requirements.

Job benefits

• Professional Development: Comprehensive training and support to achieve an accredited apprenticeship qualification, coupled with hands-on experience in accounting functions.
• Mentorship and Learning: Opportunity to collaborate with a team of seasoned finance professionals who will support your career development, particularly in month-end processes.
• Numerous Development Opportunities: As part of the role, you will have the chance to grow and enhance your skillset, supporting the finance team with month-end close and other crucial tasks. There will be ongoing training and exposure to different areas of accounting and finance.