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AAT Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Pro Environmental Ltd · Nottinghamshire · posted 17 July 2026

Wage
£16,575 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Starts
17 August 2026
Closing date
9 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • The successful candidate will support the Finance Team with a range of accounting and administrative duties while working towards a professional qualification.
  • Responsibilities include processing supplier invoices, matching invoices to purchase orders, investigating and resolving discrepancies, liaising with suppliers and colleagues, and assisting with supplier account reconciliations.
  • The role will also involve processing weekly timesheets, reviewing and investigating discrepancies, maintaining accurate records, and supporting payroll preparation.
  • Additional duties include assisting with finance administration, maintaining financial records, supporting month-end activities, preparing reports and spreadsheets, and providing documentation for audits.
  • The successful candidate will provide general administrative support, including filing, document management, and responding to enquiries, while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with company policies and procedures. They will build positive working relationships with colleagues and suppliers, participate fully in apprenticeship training and development activities, and undertake any other duties reasonably required by management.

Your training

This apprenticeship is a perfect match for someone withoutany accountancy or bookkeeping knowledge. On this programme they will learn thebuilding blocks of the modern accountant. Not only will they grasp thefundamentals of bookkeeping, but we will help them develop those vital skillsand behaviours to enable them to put their knowledge into action.

If you’re new to accountancy and finance, looking to changeyour career into accountancy or have previously worked in an accountsdepartment this level is ideal for you. You don’t need any prior experienceworking in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. There areno entry requirements, but you do need good maths, IT and English skills, and awillingness to learn.

You’ll learn a broad range of core accounting skills,including double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing as well as accountancyrelated business skills and personal skills.

You must successfully complete the following:

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK)
  • Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC)
  • Principles of Costing (PCTN)
  • Business Environment (BESY)

Where it leads

  • This role provides practical experience across key finance functions, offering a strong foundation for a successful career in accounting and finance.

About Pro Environmental Ltd

At Pro Environmental, we are passionate about creating a more sustainable future through innovative recycling and waste management solutions. As a leading European plastic recycler, our mission is to transform waste into valuable resources, helping businesses reduce their environmental impact and contribute to a circular economy. What sets us apart is our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and our people. We continuously invest in advanced recycling technologies and work closely with our customers to deliver tailored solutions that support responsible waste management and resource recovery. Our culture is built around teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills, share ideas, and grow their careers. We see ourselves as one team with a shared purpose, and we value the contribution every employee makes to our success. Joining Pro Environmental means becoming part of a growing business that is making a real difference to the environment while offering exciting opportunities for learning, development, and career progression.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsOrganisation skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths (grade 9 - 5 ) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade 9 - 5 ) — essential
  • A Level Accounting, Business, Economics or Maths (grade A-C can be predicted) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Hollinwood Lane, , Calverton, Nottinghamshire, NG14 6NR

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