Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship
DHL Supply Chain limited
Birmingham (B46 1TT)
Closes in 12 days (Monday 15 June 2026)
Posted on 1 June 2026
Contents
Summary
An Assistant Accountant provides support to a range of stakeholders/customers. If you are interested in Finance processes, an Assistant Accountant Level 3 apprenticeship is the perfect starting point to kickstart your new career. This is an exciting opportunity to earn whilst you learn & join a Market Leader in Supply Chain logistics.
- Wage
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£21,000 a year
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Thursday 3 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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2
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
We are looking for an Assistant Accounting Apprentice who will contribute and provide support in the running of a safe and efficient finance function. You will work within clear guidelines to achieve defined outcomes for the business and our customer(s)
The Key Responsibilities of the Finance Assistant will include:
- Processing purchase orders, including maintenance of purchase order/procurement log ensuring all DHL Supply Chain procedures are fully adhered to
- Assist in preparation of periodic and weekly cost reports for both the customer and internal operational management
- Assist in the production of payroll reports in a timely and accurate manner
- Monthly reporting, preparation and posting of Journals and Month End Reconciliations
- Production and issue of sales invoices in accurate timely manner
Assisting with Debt Management
Where you'll work
Eddison Road, Hams Hall Distribution Park
Coleshill
Birmingham
B46 1TT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
FIRST INTUITION 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
During the 18-month apprenticeship you will work to achieve Assistant Accountant Level 3 (AAT). You will complete the learning online through First Intuition and on-site learning at their dedicated DHL Supply Chain site.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Grade C and above/4-9)
- Maths (grade Grade C and above/4-9)
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
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
About this employer
Founded in 1969, DHL is the world's leading logistics company. Our 395,000 people in over 220 countries and territories work every day to help our customers cross borders, reach new markets and grow their businesses. DHL Supply Chain, part of the DHL Group, is the world's leading logistics provider and by joining DHL Supply Chain, you are joining a company that offers limitless opportunities to grow
https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/dsc-apprentices-uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
As part of a growing DHL population, you'll receive access to a variety of excellent benefits including 25 days holiday, pension scheme, medical cover, childcare vouchers, retail discounts, mental health support, and private GP services.
After this apprenticeship
- By the end of our Apprenticeship, you will have developed the professional knowledge combined with the skills and behaviours to become a successful Assistant Accountant with the potential to step on to the next level of Business progression within the Finance Function
- Apprentices can contribute their ideas to influence the success of our business and be a part of an organisation that makes an impact on society as well as on the world of logistics. After your programme you will transition into the Alumni community to continue the growth of your career
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
FIRST INTUITION LIMITED
emergingtalent@dhl.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000033695.
Apply now
Closes in 12 days (Monday 15 June 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.