Apprentice - Accounts Assistant

Archer Daniels Midland; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a motivated Apprentice Accounts Assistant to join its finance team in Hemswell, Lincolnshire. This full-time position offers a chance to start a rewarding career in accounting, providing valuable on-the-job training while pursuing a recognized qualification. The role includes tasks like maintaining financial records and supporting daily operations. Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English and a strong interest in accounting.

Benefits

Support to achieve a recognised accounting qualification (e.g., AAT)

On-the-job training and professional development

Friendly and supportive work environment

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in finance and accounting.
• Good numeracy and IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers.
• Support the processing of invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Provide administrative support to the finance team.

Skills

Numeracy

IT skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English, grade 4 or above

Eligibility to undertake an Accounting Apprenticeship (AAT)

Job description

Job Description

Apprentice - Accounts Assistant, Hemswell, Lincolnshire
(Full time 37.5 hours / week Monday to Friday)

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in accounting while gaining a recognised qualification. You will work alongside experienced professionals, supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers
• Support the processing of invoices, payments, and receipts
• Provide administrative support to the finance team
• Learn to use accounting software
• Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers or customers
• Undertake training and complete coursework as part of the apprenticeship program

What we're looking for:

• A genuine interest in finance and accounting
• Good numeracy and IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English, grade 4 or above
• Eligibility to undertake an Accounting Apprenticeship (such as AAT)

What we offer:

• Support to achieve a recognised accounting qualification (e.g., AAT)
• On-the-job training and professional development
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Career progression opportunities within the company
• Comprehensive employee benefits

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ADM.