Accounts Apprentice

Red Door Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant Apprentice to join a global software solutions company in Watford. The role involves assisting in day-to-day financial operations, processing invoices, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, good numeracy skills, and a minimum of 4 GCSEs including Maths and English. The position offers a salary of £14,700 and training opportunities towards AAT qualifications.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy are essential.
• Good numeracy and IT skills required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day financial operations.
• Process invoices and reconcile bank statements.
• Maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good numeracy skills

IT skills (Excel, Word)

Education

Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths and English

Job description

Our client, a global software solutions company, are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant Apprentice join their UK office in Watford.

What's in it for you?

• Salary: £14,700 (statutory £7.55 per hour)
• Hours: 9am-5pm with ½ an hour for lunch

Training Provided

• AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting
• On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced finance professionals.
• Opportunities for progression to higher-level AAT qualifications

Key responsibilities:

• Assist with day‑to‑day financial operations, including:
• Processing invoices
• Reconciling bank statements
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Support the preparation of monthly reports and spreadsheets.
• Handle queries from suppliers and internal teams.
• Learn and apply accounting principles under supervision.
• Use accounting software and Microsoft Office tools effectively.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Provide support to other areas of the business such as Sales and Marketing
• Assisting with data entry

What the employer is looking for:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good numeracy and IT skills (Excel, Word)
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
• Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths and English

Red Door Recruitment is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Full details available on our website.

Please note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.