Accounting jobs in United Kingdom

Finance Apprentice

Poole, Dorset

Depending on experience and study level

Permanent, Full time

Are you a proactive and detail‑oriented finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Finance Apprentice to join our close-knit finance team of four at Vent Engineering, a dynamic SME with 100 employees. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, support key financial operations, and progress your professional qualifications in a supportive environment.

Ventec 100 Limited is a leading provider of natural and smoke ventilation systems to business and local authority customers throughout the UK. Well known for innovation, customer commitment, reliability and value, our success is built on a practical straight forward approach with over 36 years of best practice in ventilation systems. We take complex problems and make them simple. We believe business is all about people. Our team work hard building strong relationships with our customers to help achieve their ventilation project goals.

You will work closely with each member of our experienced finance team, learning core processes and providing essential support. Your initial focus will be on processing tasks within Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), alongside cash reconciliations. As your knowledge and training progress, you will take on more responsibility and sophisticated tasks, developing into a well‑rounded finance professional.

• Assisting with the end‑to‑end processing of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Performing daily, weekly, and monthly cash and bank reconciliations.
• Supporting month‑end close procedures with accurate data entry and preliminary analysis.
• Learning and utilising our finance software systems effectively.
• Collaborating with various departments to resolve invoice queries and ensure accurate financial records.
• Maintaining organised and up‑to‑date financial documentation.
• Embracing new learning opportunities and taking on additional tasks as required by the Group Finance Director.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual who meets the following criteria:

• You are currently studying towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Ideally, you are in your second year or further into your studies.
• Ideally, you have a minimum of one year of prior work experience in a Finance or office administration role.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in all tasks.
• Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work in a timely manner and manage deadlines effectively.
• Proactive problem‑solver: you don't just spot issues; you actively seek solutions.
• Adaptable and flexible: comfortable working in an SME environment where priorities can shift quickly.
• Strong communication skills: confident in engaging with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.

A genuine desire to absorb knowledge and develop new skills continuously.

Willing to support colleagues and contribute positively to the team dynamic.

• A supportive and friendly team environment within a growing SME.
• Hands‑on experience across multiple facets of Finance operations.
• Full support for your professional qualification through study leave and funded courses / exams.
• Opportunities for career progression within the company upon successful completion of your apprenticeship / qualification.
• Pension scheme, cycle to work, free parking, annual leave entitlement 23 days plus Bank Holidays which increases after 2 years of service, Healthcare from the 2nd year of service.

If you are ready to accelerate your finance career and become a vital part of our team, please click APPLY to submit your CV and covering letter by 25th Jan‑26.

Ventec 100 Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of: Junior Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger, Assistant Accountant, Junior Financial Administrator, Accounts Apprentice, Finance Support, Junior Accountant may also be considered for this role.