Trainee Accounts Assistant

Crendon Timber Engineering Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading timber engineering company in Aylesbury is looking for a trainee finance assistant to support their finance team. This position offers a chance to learn on-the-job and gain a formal finance qualification after probation. The successful candidate will manage accounts payable and receivable, along with general accounts transactions. A collaborative approach and eagerness to learn are essential. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, including a monthly bonus scheme.

Benefits

Competitive pay plus monthly bonus scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Reward platform

Formal qualifications support after probation

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• Desire to develop strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Interest in building confidence with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Passion for developing analytical thinking and organisational skills.
• Natural curiosity and eagerness to learn through hands-on experience.
• Willingness to manage multiple priorities and grow time management skills.
• Collaborative mindset and proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Support accounts payable and receivable.
• Assist with general accounts transactions.
• Manage purchase ledger tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Analytical thinking

Time management

Problem-solving

Job description

About Us

For 55 years, Crendon Timber Engineering has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing engineered timber products. Today, we are the largest timber engineering company in England and support our customers in creating new levels of on-site efficiency while maintaining the highest level of customer service. We thrive on innovative thinking, and our products help builders and developers deliver more and better homes.

About The Role

We are looking for a trainee finance assistant to join our Head Office Finance and Accounts Team. You'll play a key role in supporting a wide range of activities within the accounts team, learning as you work. This role benefits from direct support from members of the Senior Finance and Accounts Team. You’ll be involved in supporting:

• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• General accounts transactions, including expenses and journal entries
• Purchase ledger

Requirements

We are looking for someone who is keen to start a career in finance and accounting. No previous experience or qualifications are necessary however, the successful candidate will be required to work on-site at our Head Office in Long Crendon, Buckinghamshire.

We are happy to support the post holder in achieving a formal finance and accounting qualification once probation is completed.

You’ll Thrive In This Role If You Have

• A desire to develop strong attention to detail and accuracy
• An interest in building confidence with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• A passion for developing analytical thinking and organisational skills
• A natural curiosity and eagerness to learn through hands‑on experience
• A willingness to manage multiple priorities and grow your time management skills
• A collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to solving problems

More than anything we’re looking to provide a platform to enhance and develop your career.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus monthly bonus scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Reward platform
• The option to take on a formal qualification after probation
• Free eye tests

Closing Date

Friday 7th October 2025. If a suitable candidate is found the role may close earlier so if you are interested, apply now!

At Crendon, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce where everyone feels supported. We believe that a diverse workforce brings a broader range of experiences, ideas, and perspectives, which helps us grow stronger as an organisation. Our goal is to create a welcoming environment that encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply and thrive within our team.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission.