Finance Apprentice

**Ref**

30817

**Department**

Finance

**Location**

Manchester City Centre

**Employment type**

Full-time

**Salary**

£18,617

**Closing date**

22/01/2025

**Description**

It's an exciting time at Bruntwood where we are looking to bring a passionate Finance Apprentice into our Accounts Payable team at our head office - Union.

As an Apprentice, you’ll get the opportunity to work and study simultaneously so you can gradually develop your skills in both a practical and educational environment. Throughout your time with us, you’ll work in the Transactional Finance team and will liaise with colleagues across finance to gain a broad knowledge of finance, which will give you a solid foundation for any career in finance. Towards the end of your apprenticeship we will also ensure you get the opportunity to learn about our other finance functions in Bruntwood.

You’ll have access to a mentor and a buddy who will help you to settle into the role, dedicated support from our Learning & Development team in your career development and continuous support from our trusted training partner.

**_ How does it work?_**

The Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant is delivered over approximately 16 months. You’ll learn industry appropriate modules through an external training provider, and will have the opportunity to put that knowledge into practice and strengthen and build skills in the workplace. The exact mode of study will be discussed with you when you join. You'll have 6 hours during your working week to study, and will have dedicated support from your training provider alongside the support from your manager.

For the other four days you’ll be hands-on and immersed in the business, putting theory into practice, making a genuine contribution to the projects you’ll be involved in.

**_ The role and what to expect:_**

You’ll be based in the Accounts Payable Team within transactional finance where you will gain experience in dealing with daily and regular transactional finance tasks. Your day to day role will typically include:

- Processing high volume invoices in the invoice/PO matching system
- Chasing users to Good receipt Purchase Orders and resolve queries relating to these
- Distribution of daily post across the Accounts Payable Team
- Scanning of invoices into the invoice processing tool
- Ensuring invoices are approved on a timely basis
- Supplier statement reconciliation
- Dealing with supplier and internal queries
- Reviewing and reconciling invoices & PO discrepancies
- Assisting with other accounts payable duties as required

**_About you:_**
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Good organisational skills & strong attention to detail
- IT Skills (word & excel)
- Reliable and punctual to be able to work to deadlines
- Hard working and eager to learn and develop new skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Eagerness to learn and develop
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Professional & flexible attitude to work

**Qualifications required**:
GCSES English and Maths or equivalent are desirable however not essential as Functional Skills are offered as part of the apprenticeship if you don't have these.

In return you’ll get a brilliant mix of study and practical experience, allowing you to grow your career in a business that focuses on creating thriving cities. As well as the following benefits:

- Up to 8% matched pension
- 28 days holiday, buy & sell holidays (plus your birthday)
- Private healthcare
- Life assurance
- Creative and inspiring office environments
- Volunteer time off - there are endless opportunities for you to get involved in supporting the causes that matter most to you

There’s also plenty more to have a look at on our website.