Are you finishing school or college and looking for your first step into the world of finance? This is an exciting opportunity to join a professional Finance team, gain practical experience and work towards a recognised AAT accounting qualification while earning a salary. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with numbers, is keen to learn and wants to build a long-term career in finance or accounting. You will be supported by experienced colleagues as you develop your confidence, knowledge and workplace skills. You do not need previous finance experience.
What you will learn You will study towards the AAT qualification, progressing through Levels 2, 3 and 4. Your online learning and private study will sit alongside your day-to-day responsibilities as a member of the Finance team, helping you put your new knowledge into practice.
You will receive:
- Structured study towards a recognised finance qualification.
- Day-to-day support from your line manager and mentor.
- Practical experience across a range of finance activities.
What you will be doing
- Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices, payments and receipts.
- Updating financial records, systems, spreadsheets and reports.
- Supporting bank, supplier and other account reconciliations.
- Responding professionally to routine questions from colleagues, customers and suppliers.
- Assisting with budget monitoring and month-end and year-end activities.
- Working with teams across UKAS to provide effective financial administration.
- Handling financial information accurately, securely and confidentially.
About you This could be a great career opportunity if you:
- Have a genuine interest in finance and accounting.
- Are confident with numbers and pay close attention to detail.
- Communicate clearly in writing and in conversation.
- Can work accurately with data, documents and financial information.
- Are organised, dependable and willing to ask questions.
- Are committed to completing the AAT apprenticeship and applying your learning at work.
Entry requirements
- Nine GCSEs or equivalent at grade 5 or above, including English and Mathematics
- Three A levels at grades A–C, including at least one of Mathematics, Economics, Business Studies or Accounting
Experience with spreadsheets, data or an office environment would be useful, but it is not essential—we will help you learn.
This is a full-time role, based at our Head Office in Staines-upon-Thames offering hybrid working after probation successfully has been passed.
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