Apprentice Accountant

Harpenden Building Society; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local financial institution is seeking a motivated individual for the role of Assistant Financial Accountant (Apprenticeship) in Hatching Green. This position offers hands-on experience in finance, support for professional qualifications, and a collaborative team environment. Applicants should have at least three A-levels, ideally including maths or a science, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Join us to kickstart your career in accountancy!

Benefits

Support for professional accountancy qualifications

Welcoming and supportive team environment

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of three A-levels or equivalent, ideally with at least one being maths or a science.
• Keen interest in finance, numbers, and business.
• High standard of written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with sales invoicing and credit control processes.
• Support the reconciliation of bank statements and petty cash.

Skills

Interest in finance

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

IT savvy

Education

Three A-levels or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Kickstart your career in finance with professional qualification support

Are you looking to begin your career in accountancy and business? Harpenden Building Society is seeking a motivated and ambitious individual to join our Finance Department as an Assistant Financial Accountant (Apprenticeship). This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, develop core accounting skills, and build a strong foundation for your future professional success. We will fully support your journey towards recognised professional qualifications.

About the Role

As an Apprentice Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting our finance team with day‑to‑day financial processes and administrative tasks.

• Process purchase invoices and maintain accurate records using our finance systems
• Assist with sales invoicing and credit control processes
• Support the reconciliation of bank statements and petty cash
• Help prepare financial documents, spreadsheets, and reports
• Provide support with month‑end and year‑end finance tasks
• Carry out general administration to ensure the smooth running of the finance function

What We Are Looking For

• A minimum of three A‑levels or equivalent, with at least one being maths or a science. These should ideally be grade B or above
• A keen interest in finance, numbers, and business
• An appetite to study and qualify
• Excellent interpersonal skills to thrive in a busy, fast‑paced team environment
• Exceptional organisational skills and a detail‑oriented approach
• High standard of written and spoken English
• Confident and strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise directly with colleagues and suppliers
• IT savvy, ideally with Microsoft 365 experience, or the ability to learn quickly on the job
• A proactive approach and the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines

Why Join Harpenden Building Society?

• Support for professional accountancy qualifications
• A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth
• A chance to make a real difference within a core business area

If you’re ready to take your first step towards a rewarding career in accountancy with a progressive, values‑driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you!

Harpenden Building Society is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds – we know it makes us stronger. If you would like us to make any adjustments to our standard recruitment process, please let us know.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your interest in the role to [e-mail]. Applications close on or before 7/12/2025.