Finance Apprentice

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to begin a career in finance and accountancy whilst gaining a recognised professional qualification, such as AAT.

Working within a busy finance department, the Accounts Apprentice will support the Finance Manager with a variety of day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks. As knowledge, skills and experience develop through both practical workplace learning and formal study, the apprentice will take on increasing responsibility and gradually progress towards the full Finance Assistant role.

The Accounts Apprentice will receive training and support to undertake the following duties:

• Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the finance department.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and databases.
• Processing supplier purchase invoices.
• Assisting with the processing of customer statements and credit notes.
• Supporting the maintenance of sales and purchase ledgers.
• Assisting with credit control activities and debtor management.
• Processing employee expenses and credit card reconciliations.
• Assisting with supplier payment preparation and cash flow monitoring.
• Supporting bank reconciliations and banking activities.
• Filing and maintaining financial documents and records.
• Ensuring financial information is handled confidentially and accurately.
• Undertaking general administrative duties to support the finance team.
• Attending college or training provider sessions and completing all apprenticeship coursework and assessments within agreed timescales.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties requested by the Finance Manager or Directors.

The apprentice will receive comprehensive on-the-job training within our finance department, supported by the Finance Manager and wider finance team. Training will include purchase ledger processing, sales ledger administration, invoice processing, reconciliations, credit control, handling employee expenses, maintaining financial records, use of accounting software, and general finance administration.

The apprentice will also develop key workplace skills including communication, organisation, time management, attention to detail, data accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities will increase as the apprentice develops their knowledge and confidence, to progress towards a Finance Assistant role.

Potential progression into a Finance Assistant role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and further supported study.

Distag QCS UK Limited is a leading distributor and manufacturer of engineering components, supplying manufacturers and distributors throughout the UK and Ireland.

Distag QCS operates from three locations across the UK and Ireland, with sites in Ipswich, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland, enabling the business to effectively support a wide and diverse customer base. The Ipswich facility is a key technical and commercial hub within the organisation.

As a rapidly growing business, Distag QCS continues to invest in its people, products and capabilities. Joining the company as an apprentice offers the opportunity to become part of an ambitious team, gain valuable industry experience and develop a long-term career within a successful and expanding business.