Accounts Assistant Apprentice (Fusion Utility Networks)

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Warrington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic infrastructure company in Warrington is offering a finance apprenticeship designed to provide practical skills alongside a recognized qualification. You'll gain hands-on experience in accounting tasks like data entry, invoice processing, and reconciliations, all while receiving mentorship and support. This full-time position is an opportunity to learn from professionals and grow your career in finance, with a salary of £15,497 a year and numerous benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Free parking at the office

Performance bonus up to 10%

Profit share scheme

Qualifications

• 5 GCSE's including English and Maths (grade A*-C/9-4 or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Accurately input financial data into Sage Intact accounting software.
• Assist with processing sales invoices.
• Support bank and ledger reconciliations.
• Assist with basic financial queries.
• Communicate with clients for timely repayment of invoices.
• Provide general administrative support to the accounts department.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Team working

Numeracy skills

Proactive learner

Reliability

Education

GCSE in 5 subjects including English and Maths

Job description

Summary

Are you eager to begin a career in finance and gain practical experience alongside a recognised qualification?

The Utility Infrastructure Group (UIG) is a fast-growing, dynamic environment to grow and learn in, providing opportunities to develop skills to enhance your own career goals.

Wage

£15,497 a year

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Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

38 hours a week

Start date

Monday 12 January 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

What you'll do at work

• Data Entry: Accurately inputting financial data into our Sage Intact accounting software (e.g. invoices, expenses, payments and receipts).
• Invoice Processing: Assisting with the processing of sales invoices.
• Reconciliations: Supporting bank reconciliations and other ledger reconciliations.
• Query Resolution: Assisting with basic financial queries from colleagues and suppliers.
• Credit Control: Communicating with our client base to ensure timely repayment of invoices.
• Administrative Support: Providing general administrative support to the accounts department as required.
• Learning & Development: Actively participating in all aspects of the apprenticeship program, including attending training sessions and completing coursework.

Where you'll work

5200 Cinnabar Court Daresbury Park
Daresbury
Warrington
WA4 4GE

Training provider

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION LIMITED

Training schedule

BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we've purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.

Throughout the apprenticeship, learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.

What you'll learn

• 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 escape 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 escape 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.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in: 5 GCSE's including English and Maths (grade (A*-C/9-4 or equivalent))

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Team working
• Numeracy skills
• Proactive learner
• Reliability

Other requirements

• Full-time office-based.
• A structured apprenticeship program leading to a recognised accounting qualification (AAT).
• On-the-job training/first-hand experience and mentorship from experienced finance professionals.
• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within the company upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, an auto enrolment pension scheme and free parking at the office.
• Performance bonus up to 10%, Profit share scheme.

About this employer

The Utility Infrastructure Group (UIG) is a unique combination of consultancy (Utility Connections) and construction (Fusion Utility Networks) in the utility infrastructure and service connections market.

Together we deliver a true "concept to completion" service to clients by using its skills and industry knowledge during the consultancy phase of a project, then constructs utility assets and connections with unrivalled dedication, determination and passion.

Our client relationships are built on mutual trust, and together we deliver projects with cost and programme certainty built in as standard.

https://www.utilityconnections.co.uk/

https://fusionutilitynetworks.co.uk/

After this apprenticeship

We at UIG believe in nurturing talent. We're looking for individuals who want to build a long-term career with us, and this apprenticeship is designed to be the very first step.

Our primary object is to provide you with a solid foundation in accounting, ensuring you successfully complete your qualification and gain valuable experience while doing so.

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, and assuming you demonstrate strong performance, a continued eagerness to learn, show initiative, and become a valuable member of the team, our aim is for you to transition into a permanent role. We have a commitment to continuous professional development, so as you gain experience, we'd be open to discussing support for further qualifications.

From there, your progression will largely depend on your ambitions and the skills you have developed, along with the need for the business as we grow. We're committed to developing our talent, and we'd explore further training or specialisation opportunities, whether that's moving into more complex areas like management accounts or taking on greater responsibilities within the core accounting functions.

Contact

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000004265.

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Closes in 12 days (Friday 26 December 2025)