Accounts Payable Apprentice J3444 – Colwick

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This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to begin their career in finance. As an Accounts Payable Apprentice, you will gain hands on experience working alongside an experienced finance team in a global organisation. You’ll learn how to process invoices, manage supplier accounts, and support financial operations while developing key workplace and technical skills.

As a Finance Apprentice, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our Accounts Payable (AP) function. You’ll gain valuable experience across multiple areas of finance, learning how to manage supplier relationships, process transactions, and maintain financial accuracy.

• Accurately posting transactions on time across all entities, including invoices, credit notes, corrections, and supplier payments
• Assisting with day-to-day finance duties to ensure compliance with accounting standards (e.g. AP corrections, AP accruals)
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing excellent customer service and meeting agreed SLAs
• Reconciling supplier accounts to prevent disruption to services or goods
• Supporting the preparation of all third-party payments

• Confident with numbers and has great attention to detail
• Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• A strong communicator who enjoys problem-solving
• Enthusiastic about learning and developing a long-term career in finance

• Gain practical experience while working towards a recognised professional qualification
• Join a supportive team that prioritises your development
• Build a strong foundation for a long-term career in finance
• Be part of an industry-leading company with excellent career progression opportunities

5 GCSEs 9-4 (A-C) including Maths and English
A Level or equivalent in Maths or Finance or AAT Level 2

• 37.25 hours per week
• 8.00am to 4.00pm or 9.00am to 5.00pm with ½ hour unpaid lunch
• £8.29 per hour
• £308.25 per week