Apprentice Finance Accountant

This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within the finance function of an international protein trading business. The apprentice will develop skills across financial reporting, trade finance and financial planning and analysis, alongside formal study, building valuable technical and commercial knowledge.

What you'll do

The role will provide a strong foundation in finance, helping the trainee develop practical accounting knowledge, commercial awareness and confidence in a business environment. Initial responsibilities will focus on supporting core finance activities, developing accuracy, meeting deadlines and completing work to a high standard. A key part of the role will be assisting experienced team members while gaining a broader understanding of how finance supports the business. Areas of involvement may include:

• Supporting management reporting
• Supporting the validation of sales profitability and the calculation of return on capital employed
• Developing proficiency in financial and business intelligence systems
• Supporting the trade finance team with tracking customer exposure, customer security, monitoring and chasing payments
• Assisting with the processing of purchase invoices and supplier payments
• Assisting with month end and year-end accounting processes
• Assisting with audit and compliance activities
• Providing administrative support to finance team members as required
• Participating in departmental projects and process improvement initiatives

Training

The successful candidate will undertake a full review of their existing skills versus what is required in their new role. First Intuition will then advise on the best apprenticeship programme for them. This will be a structured AAT Apprenticeship programme at Level 3.

A blend of classroom and online training will support the candidate to achieve a well-recognised accountancy qualification which will both help with their new role and potentially lead on to further study.

Training and Development:

AAT Level 3 Apprenticeship:

• Classroom day-release training with an approved training provider
• Practical workplace experience alongside formal study
• Support from Finance team members
• Development of core accounting and business skills

After the apprenticeship

There will be the opportunity to take a higher professional qualification (ACCA) - progression will be subject to:

• Achievement of a Merit or Distinction in the AAT qualification
• Successful performance within the role
• Demonstration of commitment to professional development

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Enthusiasm to Learn
• Ability to work independently
• Meet deadlines
• Adapt to Business Needs

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 5 or above)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 5 or above)
• Essential: A Level, Minimum of 112 UCAS points or equivalent (grade Approximately BBC)

Things to consider

• Some work experience, part-time employment, voluntary work, community involvement, or other activities demonstrating reliability, responsibility, and maturity (desirable)
• This role is designed for individuals who are committed to building a long-term career in finance. Applicants should only apply if they are willing to progress beyond the initial AAT qualification and work towards higher-level professional accountancy qualifications, including ACCA, subject to successful performance and achievement

Benefits

• Structured finance career pathway
• Funded professional training and qualifications
• Exposure to multiple areas of Finance
• Support from experienced professionals
• The opportunity to become ACCA qualified
• Long-term career development opportunities.

About the employer

J. Marr trades and transports frozen fish, meat, poultry, pork and dry commodities worldwide, combining over 45 years of trading expertise to deliver world-class products and dependable service.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Assistant accountant (level 3), Legal, finance and accounting
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: FIRST INTUITION EAST AND NORTH LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 4 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm.
• Start date: 7 December 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 to £26,436.80 a year