Apprentice Accounts Assistant

Are you a friendly and outgoing person who is looking for a career with a company that really values your contribution and can offer you award-winning training opportunities? Read on as we may have just the apprenticeship you are looking for!

Our apprentices are the future of our business. On our 30-month apprenticeship programme you will learn the skills to become a successful Accounts Assistant with a fantastic range of future career options ahead of you. With the current levels of advancement in technology, there could not be a more exciting time to join us and following successful completion of your apprenticeship you will be offered a permanent role, with one of the best rental equipment providers in the industry.

On a daily basis you'll work within our Central Support Office where you will learn to:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of accounting controls and standards


• Accurately record banking transactions


• Understand and assess records on the profit & loss statements and balance sheets


• Complete balance sheet reconciliations


• Understand and have the ability to post journals


• Effectively deal with a variety of invoice and supplier queries


• Be skilled and knowledgeable in supporting the Assistant Management Accountants with ad-hoc tasks


• Communicate with suppliers and customers on the telephone, via email and Teams


• Engage with colleagues from across multiple areas of the organisation, expanding your team working and communication skills


• Manage a varied workday in a fast-paced operational environment, learning to manage multiple tasks and deadlines


We'll provide you with a comprehensive company induction, role-specific training, and apprenticeship support. You will become a part of a larger apprentice cohort where you will be able to form lifelong relationships and engage in a wider support network.

We'll support your personal growth and development in line with your Sunbelt Rentals career aspirations, with the potential of continuing training and qualifications after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship Training

You will be completing a level 2 Finance/Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship Standard followed by a level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard. This will be delivered using a combination of.

• Workplace experience to gain practical skills


• Guidance and training from an experienced workplace mentor


• Industry recognised training leading to an apprenticeship qualification. This will include attending college one day per week.


• Inclusion in relevant Sunbelt Rentals training sessions to develop professional skills. This may require some travel to other business locations


About the Application Process

• Complete the application form


• You may be asked to complete some additional screening questions which will need to be completed before progressing to the next stage of the process


• Your application will be reviewed by our Recruitment Team, and they may arrange a brief video interview with you


• If successful, your application will be passed to the hiring manager at Sunbelt Rentals to arrange an interview with you
  
  What you will need to bring to the role from day one:


• Enthusiasm


• Motivation to learn new skills


• Responsible behaviour


• Ability to work in a team


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Attention to detail


• Ability to follow instructions


• Initiative


• An eagerness to understand our product range and the wider Sunbelt Rentals business


• The ability to engage and build relationships with both internal and external customers


• A flexible and adaptable approach


• An interest in learning new IT systems and making the most of technology in your job role


• GCSE or equivalent Grade 4 or above in Maths and English
  
  As part of FTSE 100 Ashtead Group plc, Sunbelt Rentals is the leader in equipment rentals in the UK, US and Canada - as well as specialist operations in Europe. Together, our teams of experts provide rental equipment and managed solutions into every market and sector, including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government and events.


Our people are at the very heart of our values and they're our greatest asset. Join us and we'll give you everything you need to succeed - award winning training, professional development and support and opportunities to progress your Sunbelt Rentals career.

The package includes a competitive salary and flexible rewards package including generous holiday allowance (with the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave), life assurance and a great Company pension scheme.