Apprentice Finance Accountant
J Marr Seafoods
East Yorkshire (HU13 0EE)
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 22 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 7 October 2026
Contents
Summary
This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the finance function of an international protein trading business. The apprentice will develop skills across financial reporting, trade finance and financial planning and analysis, alongside formal study, building valuable technical and commercial knowledge.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday 8.30am - 9.30pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 December 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
The role will provide a strong foundation in finance, helping the trainee develop practical accounting knowledge, commercial awareness and confidence in a business environment. Initial responsibilities will focus on supporting core finance activities, developing accuracy, meeting deadlines and completing work to a high standard. A key part of the role will be assisting experienced team members while gaining a broader understanding of how finance supports the business. Areas of involvement may include:
- Supporting management reporting
- Supporting the validation of sales profitability and the calculation of return on capital employed
- Developing proficiency in financial and business intelligence systems
- Supporting the trade finance team with tracking customer exposure, customer security, monitoring and chasing payments
- Assisting with the processing of purchase invoices and supplier payments
- Assisting with month end and year-end accounting processes
- Assisting with audit and compliance activities
- Providing administrative support to Finance team members as required
- Participating in departmental projects and process improvement initiatives
Where you'll work
Livingstone Road Hessle
East Yorkshire
HU13 0EE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
FIRST INTUITION EAST AND NORTH LIMITED
Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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 successful candidate will undertake a full review of their existing skills versus what is required in their new role. First Intuition will then advise on the best apprenticeship programme for them. This will be a structured AAT Apprenticeship programme at Level 3.
A blend of classroom and online training will support the candidate to achieve a well-recognised accountancy qualification which will both help with their new role and potentially lead on to further study.
Training and Development:
AAT Level 3 Apprenticeship:
- Classroom day-release training with an approved training provider
- Practical workplace experience alongside formal study
- Support from Finance team members
- Development of core accounting and business skills
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 5 or above)
- Maths (grade 5 or above)
A Level 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
- Attention to detail
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Enthusiasm to Learn
- Ability to work independently
- Meet deadlines
- Adapt to Business Needs
Other requirements
- Some work experience, part-time employment, voluntary work, community involvement, or other activities demonstrating reliability, responsibility, and maturity (desirable)
- This role is designed for individuals who are committed to building a long-term career in finance. Applicants should only apply if they are willing to progress beyond the initial AAT qualification and work towards higher-level professional accountancy qualifications, including ACCA, subject to successful performance and achievement
About this employer
J. Marr trades and transports frozen fish, meat, poultry, pork and dry commodities worldwide, combining over 45 years of trading expertise to deliver world-class products and dependable service.
https://marsea.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Structured finance career pathway
- Funded professional training and qualifications
- Exposure to multiple areas of Finance
- Support from experienced professionals
- The opportunity to become ACCA qualified
- Long term career development opportunities
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
There will be the opportunity to take a higher professional qualification (ACCA) - progression will be subject to:
- Achievement of a Merit or Distinction in the AAT qualification
- Successful performance within the role
- Demonstration of commitment to professional development
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
FIRST INTUITION EAST AND NORTH LIMITED
Elyse Ashton-Sharp
yorkshirerecruitment@firstintuition.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000057883.
Apply now
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 22 October 2026 at 11:59pm)