Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Introduction

Swarm Group is working with LSH Auto to help search for a Level 2 Accounts Assistant Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to start a career in accounting. You'll gain valuable, hands-on experience while learning from seasoned professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About the Employer

LSH Auto is proud to be part of a globally respected and world-renowned premium car dealership group, with a heritage spanning over 45 years. Operating more than 143 Mercedes-Benz dealerships worldwide, LSH Auto serves customers across diverse markets including China, Australia, South Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, and more recently, Germany and the United Kingdom. In the UK, LSH Auto continues to set industry standards through its state-of-the-art facilities, These include Mercedes-Benz of Stockport, one of the largest Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Europe, and Mercedes-Benz of Birmingham, which is home to the UK’s first Mercedes-Benz Used Car Centre of Excellence. With a commitment to excellence in service, innovation, and customer experience, LSH Auto is at the forefront of automotive retailing.

What You'll Do

Essential responsibilities required throughout your apprenticeship role are:

• Organise your time and workload to ensure you attend all apprenticeship-related courses, meetings with your mentor, and exams
• Ensure your learning journal is kept up to date and any coursework is completed and submitted on time

1st Year:

• Learn about the fundamental role the hub finance team has within the company
• Learn about and shadow the teams within the finance hub – central banking, credit control, and purchase ledger
• Get hands-on experience processing transactions within the teams of the finance hub
• Take ownership of some tasks, as instructed by your manager, and be able to demonstrate clear understanding

2nd Year:

• Learn about the manufacturer supplier accounts and assist with reconciliations
• Learn about the central admin team and assist with day-to-day tasks
• Learn about and assist with the preparation of month end centralised journals ensuring they are posted in time for the accountants to complete their management accounts
• Learn about and assist with group cashflow reporting
• Build on your 1st year knowledge to support the hub finance teams and take ownership of tasks as required

3rd Year:

• Learn about the management and supervision of the hub finance team
• Learn how to carry out regular VAT checks in preparation for the quarterly VAT returns
• Learn how to prepare and review centralised finance hub balance sheets monthly
• Learn how to reconcile and report on group funding
• Assist with PO authorisations where required
• Build on your previous knowledge to support the hub finance teams and take ownership of tasks as required
• Prepare and lead finance hub presentations to the team each quarter
• Be a mentor to 1st & 2nd year accounts apprentices

Training Outcome

• After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is a possible full-time position available for the right candidate including progression and further apprenticeship training

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Hardworking and eager to learn
• Interest in Accounting

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English and Maths - C/4 or above

Course Information

Course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Between Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm. Office based.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: SWARM APPRENTICESHIPS C.I.C