At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the finance team while gaining hands-on experience in financial processes.
- Company: Join Midas Components Ltd, a leading electronics company with a personal touch.
- Benefits: Earn £16,000 while working towards a Level 3 qualification in accounting.
- Other info: Enjoy a structured apprenticeship with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career with real-world experience and professional development.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English A-C or equivalent; previous finance qualification is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 16000 - 16000 £ per year.
Midas Components Ltd are seeking a career driven aspiring Finance Assistant Apprentice to join their busy team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in the accounts sector whilst working towards a level 3 qualification. The Finance Apprentice will support the Finance Team while undertaking a structured apprenticeship program (AAT). The role will provide exposure to a wide range of finance activities, supporting the production of financial information and assisting with day-to-day transactional processes.
Working week: Monday - Thursday 8:30am-5pm, Friday 8:30am-12:30pm (34 hours per week total)
Wage: £16,000
Qualification: Assistant Accounting level 3
Duration: 15 Months
Training Provider: LMP Education
Duties and Responsibilities:
- This role involves working with highly confidential information; the candidate must have a strong understanding of confidentiality principles, high levels of integrity and discretion, and a commitment to handling sensitive information securely and professionally.
- Assist with processing daily financial transactions.
- Support purchase ledger and sales ledger activities, including invoice and payment processing.
- Maintain accurate financial records using the company’s operating system.
- Managing confidential files and records efficiently.
- Assist with bank and ledger reconciliations.
- Assist with invoice finance reporting and reconciliations.
- Basic payroll administration.
- Support month-end activities, including preparation of journals and report creation.
- Support quarterly VAT submission process.
- Support preparation of basic financial reports.
- Provide general administrative support to the Finance and Operations Team.
- Assist with audits and other financial reviews.
- Processing and reconciling company credit card statements.
- Respond to internal and external financial queries via telephone or email.
- Supporting continuous improvement of administrative processes.
- Any ad hoc tasks required by the business.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
Essential:
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong numeracy and mathematical skills.
- Strong computer literacy (particularly Microsoft Excel).
Desirable:
- Experience with accounting systems (e.g. Sage/Xero).
- Confident working with multiple currencies.
Personal qualities:
- Professional and personable.
- Well organised and detail orientated.
- Proactive and self-motivated.
- Accountable and reliable.
- Collaborative and team focused.
- Eager to learn and develop new skills.
Education and Qualifications:
Maths and English at GCSE level A-C (4-9) or functional skills equivalent - Essential.
Previous level 2 finance qualification - Desirable.
About the employer:
Midas Displays is a specialist electronics company, designing, manufacturing and supplying high-quality display products and accessories for a broad range of applications and markets. We pride ourselves on providing a fast, reliable service supported by exceptional technical and commercial expertise, delivered with a personal touch. Our UK-based engineering team helps customers reduce development time through technical support, demonstration equipment and value-added solutions.
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