Accounts Apprentice

SHELDON CLAYTON LOGISTICS LTD

WEST BROMWICH (B70 0BD)

Closes on Friday 30 October 2026

Posted on 25 September 2026

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Summary

The accounts assistant will support the finance team with day-to-day accounting activities, gaining hands on experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial administration. The successful candidate will receive full training and support throughout their apprenticeship.

Wage

£15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 4 January 2027

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

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the day-to-day operation of the finance team
  • Accurately entering financial data into accounting systems
  • Assist with the management of accounts payable and receivable
  • Process invoices
  • Deal with customer and supplier queries
  • Learn and understand company processes, procedures and systems
  • Attend and actively participate in apprenticeship training, workshops and related learning activities
  • Complete all apprenticeship coursework and assessments within agreed timescales
  • Support business improvement initiatives and projects where appropriate
  • Contribute positively to team objectives and departmental activities
  • Comply with all company policies, procedures and health and safety requirements
  • Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role and level of the apprenticeship

Where you'll work

CYGNUS POINT
BLACK COUNTRY NEW ROAD
WEST BROMWICH
B70 0BD

Training

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

Training provider

HALESOWEN COLLEGE

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

The apprentice will be required to attend college 1 day per week to work towards their AAT Level 3 qualification.

In addition, they will be allocated with an assessor who will hold regular reviews with them, to set assignments and monitor progress.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 5/C)
  • Maths (grade 5/C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

Other requirements

Personal Attributes

  • Eager to learn and develop
  • Honest and trustworthy
  • Well organised
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Curious and willing to ask questions
  • Interested in pursuing a long-term career in accountancy and finance
  • Committed to personal and professional development

About this employer

Sheldon Clayton Logistics is a family-owned and operated business based in the heart of the Midlands, with
over 50 years of experience in the logistics industry. Our reputation has been built on dedication, expertise,
and teamwork across all departments. As one of the region’s leading logistics specialists, we provide
comprehensive supply chain solutions. Our experienced team works collaboratively to deliver efficient,
reliable, and flexible haulage and logistics services tailored to our customers’ needs.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

This apprenticeship is intended to be an investment in the individual's long-term development, providing both a recognised qualification and valuable workplace experience to support a successful career within the business.

This role is suitable for an individual looking to begin or develop their career in accounting and finance and offers the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification while acquiring practical workplace experience.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HALESOWEN COLLEGE

Deborah Maley

dmaley@halesowen.ac.uk

01216027777

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000055623.

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Closes on Friday 30 October 2026