Accounts Apprentice

Wage: £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
Training course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.
Start date: Monday 27 April 2026
Duration: 1 year 3 months
Positions available: 1

Summary

Join JD4 Ltd in Chesterfield as an Accounts Assistant Apprentice! Gain hands-on experience in finance, invoicing, and data entry while working towards a Level 2 qualification. Perfect for detail-oriented individuals eager to start a career in accounting. Apply today and take your first step into a rewarding future!

Wage £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Accounts or finance assistant (level 2) Hours Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Monday 27 April 2026 Duration 1 year 3 months Positions available 1

What you'll do at work

Assist with processing invoices and payments Maintain accurate financial records, including data entry and bookkeeping Support month-end and year-end finance tasks Handle queries from suppliers and customers Learn and apply accounting principles in practice Use online software such as Sage and Xero

Where you'll work

Unit 19, Northern Gateway Enterprise CentreSaltergateChesterfieldS40 1GF

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

What you'll learn

Course contents Record transactional data.Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.Record transactional data.Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.

Training schedule

An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence You will be expected to work towards the Business Administrator Level 3, with support from your employer and the Chesterfield College Group

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and maths (grade C / 4 or Level 2 equivalent)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiative

About this employer

JD4 Ltd is a trusted, family-run accountancy practice based in Chesterfield, specialising in accounting, bookkeeping, tax consultancy, audit, and payroll services. We pride ourselves on delivering personalised, professional support to businesses of all sizes.

Our Values & Culture

Integrity: We act with honesty and transparency in everything we do.Quality: Committed to high standards and attention to detail.Growth: We invest in our people, offering training and development opportunities.Collaboration: A friendly, supportive team environment where ideas are valued.Joining JD4 Ltd means becoming part of a close-knit team that values learning, teamwork, and client care. Apprentices are supported by experienced professionals and encouraged to grow into rewarding careers in finance.

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After this apprenticeship

Progression on to a Level 3 accounting apprenticeship upon sucessful completion of this apprenticeship