Finance Assistant Apprentice

Sodexo France; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A global services leader is seeking a Finance Assistant Apprentice in Manchester. The role involves managing financial processes, including invoices, compliance, and vendor relationships. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and commercial acumen, alongside excellent time management and problem-solving skills. This position offers a salary of up to £24,000 with various Sodexo benefits promoting employee wellness and support.

Benefits

Sodexo retirement plan

Discounts to over 1,900 brands

Gym discount

24/7 employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proactive and responsive individual with the ability to work under pressure.
• Deliver results to strict guidelines and deadlines.
• Independent problem solver with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage O2C requests and enquiries.
• Act as a point of contact for business and resolve escalated issues.
• Support the implementation of payment systems.

Skills

Strong organisation skills

Commercial acumen

Time management

Customer service skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

We’re looking for a Finance Assistant Apprentice to support key financial processes across our operations. In this role, you’ll help manage SJS invoices, ensure compliance in processing, and act as a central point of contact for the daily management of G4S and merchant acquiring contracts. You’ll also work closely with the ETC team on banking administration and help ensure new business acquisitions follow standard Sodexo banking procedures. This is a great opportunity to build strong financial skills while contributing to smooth, accurate, and compliant financial operations.

The successful candidate will be enrolled onto :Accountancy Apprenticeship Level 3 | Kaplan UK | Develop Your Finance Team

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers

Main Responsibilities

• Manage O2C requests and enquiries
• Act as a local point of contact for the business and liaise with SBS to resolve escalated issues and urgent requests
• Execute physical cash collection and delivery requests from customers when required
• Management of G4S contracts for the business
• Supporting the implementation of payment systems at sites
• Day to day relationship management of each of the merchant acquirers
• Manage P2P requests and enquiries
• Identify areas of non-compliance and liaise with the business to resolve
• Managing invoice redaction and submission for the SJS segment
• Handle legal letters/claims, Bailiffs, vendors who have put Sodexo ‘on stop’
• Support specific regional projects in the P2P area
• Work alongside Service Operations /Supply Management on vendor process management and issue resolution

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong organisation skills.
• Strong commercial acumen, willing and able to challenge accepted practices and processes.
• Pro‑active and responsive
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Stakeholder management
• Independent problem solver
• Strong customer service and interpersonal / people skills
• Deliver to strict guidelines and to tight deadlines
• A strong focus on quality and alignment to Sodexo’s values.

Package Description

Up to £24,000 per annum

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.

You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.