Finance Apprentice
ATLAS COMPOSITE TECHNOGIES LTD
DERBYSHIRE (DE7 4RA)
Closes in 14 days (Monday 1 December 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 17 November 2025
Contents
Summary
We are seeking a methodical minded individual that pays close attention to detail to join our growing finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who possesses a keen interest in kickstarting their career within finance, as for the right individual, there will be plenty of opportunity for growth and development within the role.
- Wage
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£17,680 a year
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm (30 minute lunch break)
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 8 December 2025
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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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
Initially, the role will focus on supporting the finance function of the business, playing close attention to the supplier side - ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, purchase orders, payments, and supplier queries - while also processing weekly contractor invoices and payments. Over time, you will be supported to take on more analytical and reporting responsibilities, building towards a Finance Assistant position.
Day-to-Day Finance Operations
- Process supplier invoices, purchase orders (POs), and credit notes accurately and efficiently with the support of the finance team
- Manage weekly payment runs and ensure all supplier payments are made on time
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
- Maintain the purchase ledger and ensure data integrity in the finance system (SAGE)
- Process weekly contractor invoicing, ensuring all timesheets, rates, and approvals are accurate before payment
- Handle supplier and contractor queries promptly and professionally, working alongside your Line Manager to answer these queries in the correct manner
Month-End and Financial Support:
- Assist with month-end accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
- Support the Finance Manager in maintaining accurate financial records and reconciliations
- Help prepare management reports, KPIs, and cost analyses as part of your development
Systems and Process Improvements:
- Contribute to improving efficiency and accuracy in the purchase-to-pay process
- Support the rollout and optimisation of finance systems and automation tools
Where you'll work
MERLIN WAY
QUARRY HILL INDUSTRIAL ESTAT
ILKESTON
DERBYSHIRE
DE7 4RA
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
EMA TRAINING LIMITED
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.
Training schedule
The Level 3 Assistant Accountant apprenticeship standard includes 6 AAT exams, in addition to the Synoptic Assessment as part of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) process.
The knowledge units will be delivered at the EMA training hub in Derby, or online (depending on apprentices’ location) through day release.
AAT Modules are as follows:
- Introduction to Bookkeeping (Level 2 Unit)
- Principles of Bookkeeping (Level 2 Unit)
- Management Accounting Techniques
Financial Accounting:
- Preparing Financial Statements
- Business Awareness
- Tax Processes for Business
More training information
As part of your career development plan, you will receive training and mentoring to expand your responsibilities into:
- Producing management accounts and variance analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting support
- Financial reporting and performance tracking
- Involvement in strategic financial projects and business partnering
The company will support your professional development through ongoing mentorship, and clear milestones toward becoming a Finance Assistant within the next 12-15 months.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Experience Microsoft tools
About this employer
Here at Atlas, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of innovation and excellence in the composites industry. With a proven track record of delivering high-quality products and services, we have gained the trust and recognition of our clients as a reliable and reputable manufacturer. By joining our team, you will have the chance to work alongside industry experts and professionals who are passionate about what they do. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive and collaborative environment that values creativity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
After this apprenticeship
- Opportunity for a full time position within the team upon completion of the apprenticeship programme
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
EMA TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000000841.
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Closes in 14 days (Monday 1 December 2025 at 11:59pm)
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