Finance Apprentice

Dovetail and Slate; Bristol; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable finance organization is looking for a motivated Finance Apprentice to join their internal team in Bristol. This role offers a structured apprenticeship with hands-on experience across key finance functions. You will assist with transaction processing, reconciliations, and ledger management while receiving mentorship from experienced professionals. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in finance, strong organizational skills, and a proactive attitude. This position offers a competitive annual salary of £15,649.60 and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Structured apprenticeship programme

Exposure to accounting systems

Supportive work environment

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Good communication skills for liaising with teams and external parties are necessary.
• Reliability, time management, and the ability to meet deadlines are important.

Responsibilities

• Upload financial statements weekly and reconcile them to accounting records.
• Prepare and collate outstanding credit card receipts for submission.
• Chase invoice approvals and upload approved invoices.
• Upload staff expense claims ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with sales ledger tasks including remittance allocations.
• Answer calls from contractors and handle basic enquiries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Proactive attitude

Team-player mindset

Education

Interest in finance or accounting

Job description

The Role: Finance Apprentice

We are seeking a motivated and organised individual to join our internal finance team as a Finance Apprentice. Based at our Aztec West (Bristol) office, this role will give you hands‑on exposure across key finance and accounting functions - ideal for those who are keen to build a long‑term career in finance.

You will work closely with experienced finance colleagues, assisting with transaction processing, reconciliations, ledger management, and general administrative finance duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Statement Upload & Reconciliation: Upload financial statements weekly and reconcile them to our accounting records.

• Credit‑Card Receipts Management: Prepare and collate outstanding receipts, and share these with relevant credit‑card holders to ensure timely submission.

• Purchase Ledger Support: Chase invoice approvals, and upload approved invoices into our accounting software.

• Expenses Processing: Upload staff expense claims to the accounting system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policy.

• Sales Ledger & Remittance Allocation: Assist with sales ledger tasks, including remit allocations and posting of customer payments.

• Contractor & Stakeholder Liaison: Answer incoming calls from contractors or other external parties (as required), and handle basic enquiries professionally.

• General Administrative Support: Perform ad‑hoc administrative duties linked to the finance function, supporting smooth operations of the team.

What We Are Looking For

• A keen interest in finance, accounting or related discipline - whether via education, previous work, or personal motivation.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Reliable and conscientious with good time management and the ability to meet regular deadlines.

• Good communication skills - both written and verbal - for liaising internally and externally.

• A proactive and positive attitude, willingness to learn, and readiness to take on different tasks as needed.

• Team‑player mindset, but also able to work independently when required.

You do not need to have prior professional finance experience - but enthusiasm for learning and a genuine interest in accounting and financial processes will make you stand out.

What Talentia Group Offers

• A structured apprenticeship programme with on‑the‑job training - ideal for building a solid foundation in finance and accounting.

• Exposure to real‑world accounting systems and business processes from day one.

• Supportive work environment and mentorship from experienced finance professionals.

• Opportunity for future career progression within finance or broader business operations, as the business continues to grow.

• Competitive apprenticeship salary of 15,649.60 per annum.

How to Apply

If you're interested in starting your finance career with Talentia Group and believe you have the enthusiasm and potential, please click apply or reach out to Robbie at Talentia Group.