Apprentice Trainee Accountant

Summary

Aesseal are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Apprentice Trainee Accountant. In this role, you will support the team by undertaking a range of accounting and finance duties. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience whilst working towards a Level 3 AAT qualification.

Wage

£15,000 a year

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Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 3 months

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

Reporting subsidiary monthly figures
Assisting with preparation of the group budget
Assisting with subsidiary re-forecasting
Understanding the business as a whole and how its performing
Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
Assist in creating internal workflows
Assist in digitalising and streamlining processes
Liaise with external auditors as required

Where you'll work

Global Technology Centre
Bradmarsh Business Park
Mill Close Rotherham
South Yorkshire
S60 1BZ

Training

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

College or training organisation

FIRST INTUITION LEEDS LIMITED

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

Your training plan

Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4 or above (C or above))
x 5 GCSEs (grade 4 or above (C or above))

A Level in:

x 3 A Levels (grade C or above)

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
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Embrace and manage change
Excel skills

About this company

AESSEAL is a global engineering company specialising in the design and manufacture of precision-engineered mechanical seals and seal support systems. Our vision is to lead the world in reliability solutions—helping industries conserve water, reduce energy consumption, cut pollution, and build a more sustainable future. We are deeply committed to our social responsibilities and take pride in fostering talent from within. With a strong track record of developing apprentices and nurturing professional growth, AESSEAL empowers employees to take on greater responsibilities and advance into leadership roles.

https://www.aesseal.com/en/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Salary sacrifice pension scheme via Peoples Pension, 32 Holiday Days including bank holidays, Free On-Site Parking, 2 x Salary Life Assurance, Westfield health cover at discounted rates, Bike Storage, EV charging facilities and Long Service Awards

After this apprenticeship

The succesful candidate will have the opportunity to progress onto Level 4 or 7 depending on performance

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

FIRST INTUITION LEEDS LIMITED

Megan Field

meganfield@firstintuition.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000324843.

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Closes in 27 days (Friday 4 July 2025 at 11:59pm)

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