Accounts Apprentice

DRIVE MOTOR RETAIL LIMITED

Hessle (HU13 0AB)

Closes in 18 days (Monday 2 November 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 14 October 2026

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Summary

Drive Motor Retail, a thriving car dealership spanning the UK, is offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and detail-oriented individual to join their team as an accounts apprentice. In this role, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience while learning the fundamentals of accounting and finance within the automotive industry.

Wage

£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am- 5pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 3 November 2026

Duration

1 year 6 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

  • Assisting with accounts payable and receivable, invoice processing, and data entry
  • Supporting the finance team with account reconciliations and financial reporting
  • Learning to use accounting software and Microsoft Excel for basic financial analysis
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
  • Developing an understanding of dealership accounting practices, company policies, and relevant industry regulations
  • Supporting ad hoc finance projects and other duties as required

Where you'll work

Livingston Road
Clive Sullivan Way
Hessle
HU13 0AB

Training

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

Training provider

HULL BUSINESS TRAINING CENTRE LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
  • Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
  • Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
  • Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
  • Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
  • Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
  • Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
  • Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

The Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration includes:

  • Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics (if applicable)
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English (if applicable)

You will attend a half-day training session with HBTC, where you will develop your business administration knowledge and skills, and work towards any required Functional Skills qualifications (where needed). Additional off-the-job training and an End Point Assessment will also form part of the Apprenticeship.

 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

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

Skills

  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

Drive Motor Retail is one of the leading automotive dealer groups in the UK, operating around 34 to 35 franchise outlets across the region. As an award-winning car and van dealership operating across the UK, they pride themselves on delivering exceptional customer service and have received multiple industry awards, including the prestigious Motor Trader Customer Care Award. Their people are at the heart of everything they do. They’re committed to creating a supportive, rewarding and enjoyable workplace where their colleagues can learn, develop and build successful careers.

After this apprenticeship

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

This Apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to develop valuable skills, knowledge, and workplace experience. Upon successful completion, there may be opportunities for permanent employment, career progression within the company, or progression onto higher-level qualifications or further education.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HULL BUSINESS TRAINING CENTRE LIMITED

Lily Pedro

lily.pedro@hullbusiness.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059123.

Apply now

Closes in 18 days (Monday 2 November 2026 at 11:59pm)