Apprentice Accounts Assistant - Hybrid Working

TrustFord; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TrustFord, the largest Ford dealership in Europe, is seeking a 1st Year Accounts Apprentice to join their team. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in the automotive industry while working towards an AAT qualification. Successful candidates will enjoy a structured training program, job security, and numerous benefits, including a retention bonus and generous annual leave. TrustFord is committed to diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Benefits

Industry-leading package

£3,000 retention bonus after 5 years of service

33 days annual leave with an option to purchase or sell leave

Pension scheme and life assurance

Ford Privilege vehicle purchase scheme

Discounts on service, bodyshop, and parts

One paid day annually to volunteer for a charity

Cycle-to-work scheme

Access to Perks at Work discount website

Qualifications

• Looking to start a career in the Automotive industry.
• Ability to listen to and learn from colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and overseeing vehicle financial affairs.
• Help maximize cash flow and return capital.

Skills

Drive

Commitment

Enthusiasm

Willingness to contribute

Education

AAT qualification

Job description

We love what we do, we’re proud of our brand and excited for the future.

TrustFord is the largest Ford dealership in Europe and part of the Ford Motor Company. One of the most famous brands in the world, we have a long history to be proud of and a secure and exciting future to look forward to. We love what we do – whether that’s working with incredible cars and vehicles, driving the standard in customer care, or helping our business invest and innovate in new areas.

Join our team as a 1st Year Accounts Apprentice

You will help us to drive the standard in customer care. While learning and developing your skills in an accounting capacity, you will work towards an AAT qualification. The successful candidate will assist in managing and overseeing all aspects of vehicle financial affairs, helping to maximize cash flow and return capital. As a business with over 3,000 colleagues in the UK alone, we offer a great career opportunity.

Ideal candidate qualities:

• Looking to start a career in the Automotive industry
• Ability to listen to and learn from colleagues
• Drive, commitment, enthusiasm, and willingness to contribute to the team

Alongside our rewards and structured training, we offer job security and opportunities for progression. If you're interested in starting your career, please apply online.

Role details:

This is a hybrid role, working both on-site and from home. During the first 3 months (probation period), you will work full-time from the office. From month 4 onwards, you will transition to a hybrid working pattern.

Benefits include:

• Industry-leading package
• £3,000 retention bonus after 5 years of service
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with an option to purchase or sell leave
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Ford Privilege vehicle purchase scheme
• Discounts on service, bodyshop, and parts
• One paid day annually to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to Perks at Work discount website

When applying, please detail your relevant experience, skills, and responsibilities. We conduct blind recruitment, so personal details or CVs will only be reviewed after interview selection. Use the application form to showcase your experience, similar to your CV.

During your first 3 days, you'll attend a residential induction academy at a hotel in Northampton, where you'll learn about our business before starting your role.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:

Our PPA supports trust and respect among colleagues, regardless of race, ability, gender, or personal orientation. We work with network groups including Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, and Gender Networks to promote diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

To request adjustments during the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team.

Additional information:

TrustFord is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on anything other than the ability to perform the role. All employment offers are subject to background checks. We prefer to work directly with candidates; agency applications are not accepted unless through our preferred supplier list.