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Accounts Payable Apprentice

St. Helens Temporary View Job Description
This Accounts Payable Apprentice role offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the accounting and finance department of an industrial and manufacturing business. Based in St. Helens, this temporary position for 6-8 months and is ideal for accounting graduates or AAT studiers wanting to get their foot in the door and gain exposure. This role will consider full or part-time candidates.
  • Are you a Graduate or AAT studier looking for your foot in the door in finance?
  • Exciting opportunity in a 6-8-month contract part or full-time.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established leader in their sector, operating across the UK with a reputation for innovation, quality, and reliability. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure as an Accounts Payable Apprentice to join a forward-thinking company on a 6-8 month contract in St Helens.

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Apprentice will:

  • Assist in processing supplier invoices and ensuring accurate data entry.
  • Support in reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies onto SAP.
  • Help maintain accounts payable records and documentation for audits.
  • Provide support to the accounting team.
  • Respond to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounts payable function.
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.
  • Learn and utilise accounting software and tools effectively.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Accounts Payable Apprentice should have:

  • Recently graduated in Accounting, Finance, or Business (e.g., AAT, Level 2/3 in Accounting, or university-level qualification)
  • Previous experience (internship or placement) in accounts payable or finance is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of accounts payable processes is advantageous but not essential.
  • Strong numerical and organisational skills.
  • The ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
  • A collaborative attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

What's on Offer

!The benefits on offer include:

  • Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional finance environment.
  • Temporary role, ideal for building a career in accounting and finance.
  • Supportive and structured training within a small-sized organisation.
  • Located in St. Helens, offering a convenient workplace setting.



This Accounts Payable Apprentice position is a fantastic stepping stone into the world of finance. If you're eager to develop your skills in the industrial and manufacturing sector, apply today!

Contact
Tom Mcculloch
Quote job ref
JN-072025-6802015
Phone number
+441512553766

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Payable
Sector
Business Services
Location
St. Helens
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Tom Mcculloch
Consultant phone
+441512553766
Job reference
JN-072025-6802015