Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Swarm Group - Swarm Recruitment/Swarm Training; Stockport; On-site; GBP 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in Stockport is seeking an Apprentice Accounts Assistant. This role offers hands-on experience in accounting with responsibilities including invoicing, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a GCSE in English and Maths. Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to full-time employment.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free onsite staff gym

Team social events

Wellbeing Support

Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)

Company Pension

Free parking

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• GCSE in English and Maths required.

Responsibilities

• Process bank reconciliations within agreed timeframes.
• Accurately process invoices and maintain supporting documentation.
• Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Initiative

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths

Job description

Recruiter Swarm Group - Swarm Recruitment/Swarm Training

Apprentice Accounts Assistant

Starting Salary: £15,704 Per Annum

Stockport, SK4 2BE

Swarm Recruitment is working with LSH Auto to help search for a Level 2 Accounts Assistant Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to start a career in

accounting. You'll gain valuable, hands-on experience while learning from seasoned professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About LSH Auto

LSH Auto is proud to be part of a globally respected and world-renowned premium car dealership group, with a heritage spanning over 45 years. Operating more than 143 Mercedes-Benz dealerships worldwide, LSH Auto serves customers across diverse markets including China, Australia, South Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, and more recently, Germany and the United Kingdom.

In the UK, LSH Auto continues to set industry standards through its state-of-the-art facilities, These include Mercedes-Benz of Stockport, one of the largest Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Europe, and Mercedes-Benz of Birmingham, which is home to the UK's first Mercedes-Benz Used Car Centre of Excellence. With a commitment to excellence in service, innovation, and customer experience, LSH Auto is at the forefront of automotive retailing.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Process bank reconciliations within agreed timeframes • Accurately process invoices and maintain supporting documentation • Analyse financial data to identify transactional discrepancies and inconsistencies • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial

reporting • Record and manage accounts payable and accounts receivable • Assist in the preparation of financial statements • Accurately record financial transactions in the system • Support the purchase ledger function • Respond to customer queries via email or telephone, providing a high standard of

customer service

Benefits

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays • Free onsite staff gym • Team social events • Wellbeing Support • After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is a possible full-time

position available for the right candidate • Free parking

• Supportive, family-like team environment • Life Assurance (4 x annual salary) • Platinum Plus Rewards Scheme • Company Pension • Colleague Car Purchase Scheme

Working Week

Core working hours will be 40 hours per week from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualities and Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal • Uses own initiative and is self-motivated • GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths • Interest in Finance and Accounting • Hardworking and eager to learn

Training Information

Training will be with Swarm Training, a national apprenticeship provider in the UK. The successful candidate will work towards a Level 2 Finance qualification, which takes 12-18 months to complete. The apprentice must complete a minimum of 6 hours per week during working hours, with monthly training sessions conducted by a tutor, with tasks assigned to be completed during those hours.

By applying for this position, you agree for your data to be stored by Swarm Recruitment until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Your data will only be used for the purposes intended. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you if requested.

• We prioritise your well-being with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support you
• We prioritise your well-being with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support you