Assistant Accountant Apprentice

VPI Holdings Ltd

Immingham (DN40 3DZ)

Closes on Monday 23 March 2026

Posted on 17 February 2026

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Summary

VPI are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Assistant Accountant Apprentice. This role is ideal for someone starting their career in finance who is eager to learn, develop technical skills, and gain hands‑on experience. You will support with day‑to‑day operations, while working towards a recognised finance qualification.

Wage

£21,000 a year

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On successful completion of the L3 you will be offered a progression onto L4 which will include a salary increase to £24,000 throughout the duration.

Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 8.00am - 4.00pm. Friday, 8.00am - 3.30pm.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

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

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Assist with daily cash management activities, including monitoring bank balances and cash positions
  • Help maintain accurate records of cash movements, payments, and receipts
  • Process and reconcile bank transactions across multiple accounts
  • Set up daily and weekly payment runs for suppliers
  • Support month‑end and year‑end processes, including journal preparation and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Help maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies and audit requirements
  • Contribute to the preparation of management reports and financial analysis
  • Ensure all treasury and finance activities comply with internal controls and financial procedures
  • Support audit requests and documentation gathering
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection standards
  • Develop a strong understanding of financial systems, treasury processes, and business operations

Where you'll work

Rosper Road
South Killingholme
Immingham
DN40 3DZ

Training

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

Training provider

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION 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

  • BPP will deliver this apprenticeship online within your working week
  • You will have a dedicated assessor who will provide guidance and monitor progress throughout
  • You will have access to an online portfolio to allow you to monitor your progress and log work completed
  • Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship standard
  • Functional Skills in Maths, English and ICT (unless exempt)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English, Maths and 3 others (grade Grade 5 or above)

Desirable qualifications

A Level in:

2 - None specific (grade Grade 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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness
  • Enthusiastic

Other requirements

Apprentice Employment Agency is a Flexi-Job Apprentice Agency & we will employ you for the duration of the apprenticeship.

The company named in this vacancy is a Host Employer. Your application will be shared with them and training providers. You must hold unrestricted right to live and work in the UK to apply for this role.

About this employer

An apprenticeship with VPI is a great opportunity to put both theory & practical learning into practise. We are one of the largest energy producers in the UK with five operational Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) sites totalling a fleet capacity of 3,119 megawatts. This is an apprenticeship where you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference. Not only will you learn valuable skills as you start out on your career, but you will also be doing so in one of our CCGT sites that provides invaluable power and stability to the national grid.

After this apprenticeship

This is a 18-month apprenticeship with the potential for further progression onto Professional Accounting Technician Level 4 and then employment opportunities for the right candidate.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000016336.

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Closes on Monday 23 March 2026