Finance Apprentice

Chess Limited; Alderley Edge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology service provider in Alderley Edge is seeking a motivated Finance Apprentice to join their team. This role offers an apprenticeship minimum wage and provides the opportunity to learn about the finance industry, develop new skills, and contribute to daily operations like bank reconciliations and cashbook management. Candidates must be 16+, possess a right to work in England, and have A-C grades in GCSE Maths and English. The position includes personal coaching and access to an online learning portal.

Benefits

Private healthcare (free after 1 year)

Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks

Mental health support from trained First Aiders

20 days holiday (rising to 24 with service)

Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year

Perkbox discounts on shopping

Qualifications

• Must be aged 16 or above.
• Must hold a Right to Work in England.

Responsibilities

• Daily processing of cashbook transactions into Sage 200.
• Accurate allocation of payments and receipts.
• Daily bank reconciliations.
• Invoicing customers.
• Support and contribute to weekly team meetings.

Skills

Clear understanding of accounting basics

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Ability to work within tight deadlines

Organised and self-motivated

Reliable and hardworking

Communicate in a confident, positive manner

Education

Grades A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English GCSE

Job description

Location: Hybrid,Alderley Edge | Business Area: Internal Finance | Salary Details: Opportunity is paid at the apprenticeship minimum wage applicable to your age bracket.

We’re looking for a motivated and driven Finance Apprentice to join our team at Chess. If you’re eager to learn about the industry, develop new skills, and build on your strengths, get in touch to find out more.

We’re seeking someone to join our dynamic team, which brings together experience from both accounting practice and industry. We value accountability, collaboration, and a willingness to learn from one another to support ongoing personal development. To accommodate regular office days at our Alderley Edge hub, the successful candidate should be based in or around Cheshire East or Greater Manchester.

“agreat place to work, a great place to be a customer”

Key Responsibilities:

• Daily processing of cashbook transactions into Sage 200.
• Accurate allocation of payments and receipts.
• Daily bank reconciliations.
• Scanning and distribution of post.
• Invoicing customers.
• Support with the Sales Ledger and Purchase
• Assisting with a variety of queries and resolving ledger discrepancies.
• Support and contribute to weekly team meetings.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Must be aged 16 or above.
• Must hold a Right to Work in England.
• Learner must have grades A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English GCSE.
• Clear understanding of accounting basics.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and be a flexible team player.
• Reliable and hardworking.
• Organised and self-motivated.
• Communicate in a confident, positive manner

What's in it for You?:

This role is paid at the apprenticeship minimum wage applicable to your age bracket.

• Pay will be in line with the applicable National Minimum Wage for your age group.
• Personal 121 coaching with experienced accounts coach every 6 weeks via MS Teams
• Access to your own personal Academy online learning portal
• Graded certificate in the Level 2 Accounts Apprenticeship
• Level 2 AAT Certificate in Accounting

Your Benefits at Chess:

• Private healthcare (free after 1 year)
• Eye tests, flu jabs, and on-site health checks
• Mental health support from trained First Aiders
  A Wellbeing Day after 1 year
• Hybrid working support with a home office allowance
• 20 days holiday (rising to 24 with service) plus bank holidays
• Buy or sell up to 5 holidays twice a year
• Perkbox discounts on shopping, travel, fitness, and more
• Points-based rewards from year 2
• Charity donation matching (up to £100)
• Recognition platform to celebrate your wins
• EE SIM offers for you and your family
• Learn 2 Earn scheme to boost your salary
• Team socials and celebrations
• Bespoke onboarding and leadership training
• Dedicated Culture Team to support you

Working Hours and Location:

37½ hours per week Monday to Friday, normal office hours apply, within those set hours you will have allocated time for independent learning.
You’ll work in a flexible hybrid model, with regular time spent at our Alderley Edge hub.

Why Join Chess?

Chess is one of the UK\'s leading independent and trusted technology service providers, employing over 280 skilled people across the UK, supporting over 18,000 UK businesses.

Diversity, equality, and inclusion is at the heart of our Chess culture, and we are passionate about our One Team spirit.

We\'re extremely proud that our people voted us No.1 in \'The 100 Best Companies to Work for\' list 2018, and we continue to celebrate more than 17 years in the top 100.

Our continued focus on growth creates opportunity for everyone to progress their career, to develop knowledge and skills, to gain reward and recognition and to maximise their potential. The growth and success of our people ensures the growth and success of our business.

At Chess ICT, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We want to make sure everyone has a fair chance and opportunity throughout the application process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please feel comfortable reaching out to our recruitment team so we can support you.

We believe that "if you're not growing, we're not growing."

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