Accounts / Finance Apprentice

Summary

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as a Junior Accountant Apprentice, as part of our apprenticeship programme. This is an exciting opportunity to start a career in the insurance sector. Full industry training will be provided, with excellent opportunities for development and progression within the company.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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£7.55 per hour

Training course

Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Hours

Hours: 9:30am - 5:30pm (Monday - Friday)

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 23 June 2025

Duration

1 year

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

As a key member of our team, you will be introduced to the insurance industry and receive full training to help you develop a deep understanding of the sector. We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, has a proactive attitude, and demonstrates a keen interest in expanding their knowledge of the industry.

About You:

Able to assist with financial statement preparation
Interested in producing management accounts (cash flow, P&L, balance sheet)
Comfortable working with budgets and revenue forecasts
Willing to learn FCA compliance and reporting requirements
Organised and accurate in reconciling insurer statements and premiums
Aware of the importance of cash flow and liquidity management
Eager to gain experience with VAT returns, payroll taxes, and corporation tax

Where you'll work

Solutions 519 533 Hyde Road
Manchester
M12 5FL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

MACCLESFIELD COLLEGE

Your training course

Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Record transactional data.
Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Record transactional data.
Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.

Your training plan

Accounts or Finance Assistant Level 2.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4/C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Eager to learn
Proactive

About this company

At Simple Insurance Solutions, we provide individuals and businesses with tailored insurance services designed to offer long-term protection. As a trusted and independent insurance broker, we are committed to delivering expert advice, personalised cover, and exceptional customer service. Our focus is on building lasting relationships with our clients, ensuring they receive the right support and guidance at every stage.

http://www.simpleinsurancesolutions.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to progress into a full-time role within the business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MACCLESFIELD COLLEGE

Maxim Business Training

apprenticeship.recruitment@macclesfield.ac.uk

01625410022

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000322905.

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Closes in 12 days (Thursday 12 June 2025 at 11:59pm)

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