Finance Apprentice

Job Purpose Summary

As a Finance Apprentice, you will gain hands on experience across all core areas of the Finance Department, including Banking & Treasury, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. Our structured apprenticeship is designed to provide you with the foundational skills and knowledge required for a successful finance career while supporting your professional qualification. (QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate for Accounting Technician)

Role Responsibilities

Banking & Treasury

• Assist with daily cash flow monitoring and forecasting.
• Support bank reconciliations and prepare banking documentation.
• Help maintain banking records and assist in payment runs.
• Liaise with internal teams and banking partners regarding payment queries.

General Ledger (GL)

• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist in posting journals and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Help maintain accurate records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Collaborate in the preparation of management reports and financial statements

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match purchase orders and delivery notes with invoices.
• Assist with payment runs and resolve supplier queries.
• Ensure proper coding and authorisation of invoices.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Assist in generating customer invoices and credit notes.
• Help monitor customer accounts and chase overdue balances.
• Process incoming payments and allocate them appropriately.
• Support the reconciliation of customer statements.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain broad exposure to core finance functions in a dynamic environment.
• Develop proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, etc.).
• Understand end-to-end financial processes and internal controls.
• Build strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills

Additional Responsibilities

Skills & Personal Attributes

Education & Qualifications

• Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) with strong results in Maths and English. 
• Eligible for a recognised Finance Apprenticeship Programme in Ireland. 
• Interest in pursuing a professional accounting qualification and further accreditations. 

Skills & Attributes: 

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Eagerness to learn and work across multiple finance functions. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel). 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Full Driving Licence, or able to commute comfortably to our Kiltimagh office 4 days per week and college 1 day per week. 

What We Offer: 

• Structured on-the-job training and mentorship. 
• Support for study leave and exam preparation. 
• Exposure to experienced finance professionals. 
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment. 
• Competitive apprentice salary and benefits. 

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