Apprentice Finance Assistant in Ashfield

Introduction

This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career in finance within a supportive and growing construction business.

You will gain hands‑on experience working within the Finance Department, supporting a range of accounting and administrative activities while studying towards a nationally recognised qualification.

About the Employer

P Hughes Construction Ltd is a family‑run company established in 1987, with over 35 years of experience in the construction industry.

Specialising in groundwork and civil engineering, the company has earned a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, reliable, and cost‑effective solutions across a wide range of projects.

Throughout its history, P Hughes Construction Ltd has remained committed to the core values of professionalism, integrity, and exceptional workmanship.

As a family‑owned business, the company takes pride in building long‑lasting relationships with clients, delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

• What You’ll Do
• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the Finance Department.
• Learn and assist with Purchase Ledger processing, including matching, checking and coding supplier invoices.
• Support Sales Ledger activities, including raising invoices and monitoring customer payments.
• Assist with supplier statement reconciliations and resolving invoice queries.
• Help process supplier payment runs under supervision.
• Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and filing documentation.
• Support the preparation of weekly and monthly financial reports.
• Assist with employee expense claims and company credit card reconciliations.
• Provide administrative support for payroll processes, including time sheet administration.
• Maintain electronic records using the company's accounting and document management systems.
• Liaise professionally with suppliers, subcontractors and internal departments.
• Support the wider business with administrative tasks as required.
• Training Outcome

Successful completion of the Level2 Finance Apprenticeship will provide the opportunity to progress onto a Level3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship, enabling you to further develop your accounting knowledge, gain additional professional qualifications and continue building a long‑term career within the finance profession.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical thinking
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

Essential – GCSE English – 4

Essential – GCSE Maths – 4

• Course Information
• Course: Accounts or Finance Assistant (Level2)
• Level: 2
• Route: Legal, Finance and Accounting
• Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
• Working Arrangements
• Working Week: Monday to Thursday 8:30–5:00pm; Friday 8:30–4:00pm
• Expected Duration: 1 year 3 months
• Training Provider: WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE
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