Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Introduction

TThis is a fantastic opportunity to Join F H Brundle as an Accounts Assistant Apprentice, playing a key role within the Finance department. You’ll work alongside experienced finance professionals and provide vital support to the team. You will work towards AAT L2 with opportunities to further progress.

About the Employer

FH Brundle is the leading supplier and primary stockist of wrought iron components and steel sections in the United Kingdom. With a vast inventory and wide-ranging selection, FH Brundle provides a diverse array of top-quality materials to meet diverse construction and fabrication requirements.

FH Brundle was established in 1889 by Frederick Henry Brundle, whose achievements were built upon careful product selection and strategic expansion. Renowned for his sharp business sense and empathetic approach to both employees and customers, these attributes have persisted across generations, influencing the company's core values to the present day.

After over a century, FH Brundle remains dedicated to innovation, continuously striving to introduce innovative products that benefit our customers. Now led by Michael Brundle, the fifth-generation owner and manager, he actively ensures high service levels and efficiency, maintaining FH Brundle's esteemed reputation for excellence.

What You'll Do

We are always on the lookout for passionate, forward-thinking people to join our company.

The Finance department plays a crucial role, supporting F H Brundle on its growth journey and the Accounts Assistant Apprentice role is an important, integral member of the Finance team.

The role after training will include;

• Process and issue accurate sales ledger invoices to customers
• Accurately processing purchase ledger invoices for multiple suppliers
• Handling inbound calls
• Manage, organise and update relevant data using database applications
• Completing monthly reconciliations
• Assisting with the completion of tax returns
• Dealing with ad-hoc customer/ supplier queries such as statement requests & payment enquiries
• Taking on ad-hoc tasks within finance function where necessary
• Work towards achieving AAT Level 2 qualification with ambition to progress further

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as required by the organisation. Staff are expected to be flexible in their work in order to deliver the objectives of the organisation.

Training Outcome

• Progression to a permanent position upon completion of the  apprenticeship
• Potential to progress onto further AAT qualifications if desired

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Good attendance record
• Flexible
• Willing to learn
• Proactive

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Math - 4
• Desired - GCSE - IT - 4

Course Information

Course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED