Accounts Assistant Apprentice Level 2 or 3
HECTOR FINCH LIGHTING LIMITED
ENGLAND (HR6 0DE)
Closes in 25 days (Monday 21 September 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 27 August 2026
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Summary
Are you looking to build a career in finance? We’re looking for an enthusiastic, driven and personable Accounts Assistant Apprentice to join a growing team and work towards an AAT qualification. No previous accounts experience is needed – just a great attitude, attention to detail and willingness to learn and progress!
- Wage
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£16,432 a year
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 5:30pm.
Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm.
39 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 28 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year 4 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
- Posting simple invoices to the purchase ledger using Sage accounting software
- Reconciling simple supplier statements
- Maintaining accurate pricing information on Sage accounting software
- Assisting the accounts department with general filing
- Supporting the Finance team with general administration
- Completing ad hoc administration duties as required
- Supporting the wider Accounts team with day-to-day finance tasks
- Developing your accounting knowledge and skills while working towards your AAT qualification
Where you'll work
EASTERS COURT
LEOMINSTER
HEREFORDSHIRE
ENGLAND
HR6 0DE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE RECALVI ENTERPRISE LTD
Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Assist with the investigation of, 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 a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
- Assist with the investigation of, 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 a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Training schedule
You’ll have lessons on Teams with your Success Coach and other apprentices from across the UK. Lessons will take place weekly for the first 8 weeks, then every other week, lasting around 1-2 hours each.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4 (C) or above)
- Mathematics (grade 4 (C) or above)
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
Other requirements
- English and Maths Grade 4/C or above
- Maths Grade 6/B or above would be advantageous
- Genuine interest in building a career within the finance and accounts sector
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Positive, enthusiastic, and reliable attitude
- Someone who presents themselves well in a professional setting
- Confident and capable manner
- Someone who enjoys being part of a team and contributes positively to the workplace culture
- Eager to learn, develop, and progress
- Driving licence and access to a car would be advantageous, or actively working towards this
Are you this motivated, personable, and enthusiastic person?
Are you ready to start your career in finance while gaining a recognised AAT qualification and valuable hands-on experience?
If so, this is a fantastic opportunity to get started in the finance sector, develop your skills, and build something long-term within a growing business.
About this employer
Our client is a growing business that places a strong focus on developing its people and providing opportunities for progression. They are looking for someone who is genuinely interested in building a career within finance, but who will also fit well within the existing team. Personality and cultural fit are particularly important for this opportunity. They want someone who is positive, approachable, energetic, reliable, and enjoys working as part of a team. The current Finance Manager started with the business as an apprentice, demonstrating the genuine progression opportunities available. This apprenticeship is likely to lead to a full-time position for the right person.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- Assistant Accountant
- Accounts Payable/Receivable
- Finance Assistant
- Bookkeeper
- Credit Controller
- Payroll Administrator
- Tax Assistant
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE RECALVI ENTERPRISE LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000050572.
Apply now
Closes in 25 days (Monday 21 September 2026 at 11:59pm)