Summary
VPI are looking for an Apprentice Accountant to join their team. Candidates should be confident, keen, enthusiastic, and committed with a positive attitude to work. This is an ideal opportunity to learn all aspects of the role and achieve an Advanced Apprenticeship qualification.
Wage: £24,000 a year
Minimum wage rates:
1. 1st year Apprentice: £24,000
2. 2nd year Apprentice: £28,000
3. 3rd year Apprentice: £35,000
4. 4th year Apprentice: £39,000
Training course: Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
Hours: 08:00 - 16:00 Monday to Friday (Potential to start in August 2025 - To be confirmed)
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Monday 8 September
Duration: 3 years 10 months
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you'll do at work
The Apprentice Accountant will assist the finance team with the production of the monthly management accounts, reconciliations, analysis of financial information and associated reports. This will include tasks such as but is not limited to:
* Preparation of the daily gross margin report
* Processing of month end journals
* Preparing month end ledger reconciliations
* Calculating prepayments and accruals
* Preparing and reviewing intercompany invoices and journals
* Processing invoices and supplier statement reconciliations
* Assisting with preparation of monthly management accounts
* Assisting with the annual statutory audit
* Supporting the quarterly reforecasting and year end budgeting process
* Identifying and solving problems effectively and efficiently
* Assisting with other office duties within the team when required
What we can offer you
* Competitive apprenticeship salary
* Exceptional training and development programme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* A Flexible programme that is employer led with bespoke training modules
* Exceptional reward and recognition events
* Additional Training and Development Plans as required
Where you'll work
Rosper Road, South Killingholme, Immingham, DN40 3DZ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
Your training course
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7) - Equal to master's degree
Course contents
* Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations.
* Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities.
* Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner.
* Identify ethical dilemmas and understand the implications.
* Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time.
* Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions.
Your training plan
* Accountancy or taxation professional L7 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
* GCSE in 5 GCSE's including Maths & English (grade 4/C or above)
* A Level in 2 Subjects (grade C or above)
Desirable qualifications
* Degree in Any Subject (grade 2:2)
* Other in Accounting (grade Level 4 or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Administrative skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience
Other requirements
Apprentice Employment Agency is acting as a Flexi-Job Apprentice Agency & will engage you for the duration of the apprenticeship & pay your salary. You should be aware that the company/business named in this vacancy is a host employer & you will not be employed by them. Your application may be shared with training providers & employers.
About this company
An apprenticeship with VPI is a great opportunity to put both theoretical and practical learning into practice. We are one of the largest energy producers in the UK with five operational Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) sites totalling a fleet capacity of 3,119 Megawatts.
After this apprenticeship
This is a 48-month apprenticeship with the potential for further employment opportunities for the right candidate.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
VPI Holding Ltd
Georgia Marlow
georgia.marlow@apprentice-employment.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000299228.
Apply now
Closes on Saturday 3 May
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