Accounts Apprentice
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Job Description
Role Summary
- Responsibilities: You will contribute to the smooth running of Costello Medicals global inhouse finance operations whilst studying towards completion of the Level 3 AAT qualification
- Salary: 22500 per annum
- Benefits: Discretionary profit share bonuses paid twice per year hybrid and flexible working options generous holiday allowance private medical insurance critical illness cover income protection full funding for external training and more
- Role Type: Fulltime temporary apprenticeship
- Start Date: This role will ideally commence on Monday 12th May 2025
- Application Deadlines: The deadline for applications is Sunday 6th April 2025 with interviews taking place on a rolling basis.
- Location: This role is available in ourGlobal Headquarters in Cambridge
About the Role
Costello Medical with offices in the UK US Singapore and China has ambitious plans for continued and sustained growth. As a result we are seeking an ambitious Accounts Apprentice to join our Finance team in the Cambridge office. As an Accounts Apprentice you will work closely with various colleagues in the team contributing to the smooth operation of our global inhouse Finance function.
The successful candidate will work towards the Level 3 AAT qualification which usually takes 15 months to complete. The apprenticeship training will be provided by First Intuition and will include classroombased skills and development days regular support and guidance from a dedicated skills coach as well as access to an online learning environment. Further details about the apprenticeship can be found here: your structured apprenticeship training you will receive onthejob training and support from several members of our Finance team including those who have recently completed or are pursuing their own higherlevel financial qualifications.
Following completion of the apprenticeship you could be given the opportunity to apply for a permanent position at Costello Medical with the option of further study.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting with sales ledger tasks including preparing and sending invoices as well as liaising with clients regarding their payments
- Supporting with purchase ledger tasks such as processing supplier invoices and responding to payment enquiries
- Assisting with the processing of internal and recharged expenses
- Entering transactions into our financial software
- Administering petty cash across multiple currencies held by the company
- Providing adhoc financial administrative support to the wider company as needed
Hybrid Working Policy: We believe that having facetoface time in the office holds many benefits and is central to ensuring that the community we have created where people have a workplace they belong to and feel part of is never lost. At the same time we recognise that homeworking can improve work life balance reduce commuting times and costs and provide the opportunity to juggle personal commitments.
Therefore we offer flexible working arrangements that allow our colleagues who have passed probation to work from home up to half their time measured across a 2week rolling period. During your probationary period (normally the first 6 months of the role) you will be able to work from home 1 day per week.
Career Profile
We offer many opportunities for personal and professional development at Costello Medical. Please click below to read a firsthand account from our colleague Gallia Goddard about her time with the company: Gallia Goddard Costello Medical
About Costello Medical
Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients including the industrys most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations. We have been listed on the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For list since 2017 as well as receiving B Corporation Accreditation in 2022. Please click here to learn more about us our work and our mission:
Requirements
About You
We are seeking a proactive individual eager to embrace new challenges with a friendly positive and cando attitude. You will also value the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge through formal training while building professional experience in a dynamic and fastpaced office environment.
This role requires strong organisational skills and a commitment to balancing professional and academic responsibilities. Therefore managing your own time effectively and maintaining focus will be essential for success in this apprenticeship.
Essential requirements for the role are:
- Grade 6 or higher in GCSE Maths and English. Alevels would also be an advantage
- Excellent numerical skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- The ability to prioritise your work and study time effectively adapting to changing deadlines as needed
- Excellent written and spoken English with the confidence to communicate information clearly and concisely
- Selfmotivation selfawareness and a willingness to grow your skills and knowledge in a fastpaced office environment
- A genuine interest in learning about inhouse finance and a desire to pursue a career in the financial sector
- A friendly and approachable demeanour with a dedication to providing excellent customer service both internally and externally
Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite is desirable but not essential for this apprenticeship as full training will be provided.
Benefits
What We Offer
Alongside our awardwinning company culture where every team member is celebrated respected and has their voice heard we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- A salary of 22500 per annum
- 25 days annual leave plus bank and public holidays as well as a holiday buy and sell scheme
- Flexible working hours and the chance to work from home for up to half of your working time after passing probation
- Flexible benefits scheme offering cash payments additional pension contributions and more
- Private Medical Insurance which offers comprehensive cover on a medical history disregard basis
- Paid study leave and funding for external qualifications
- Critical Illness Cover Income Protection and Life Assurance
- Paid and unpaid sabbaticals based on length of service
Please click here to learn about our full reward package and the other benefits of working for Costello Medical:
The Application Process
You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. In your cover letter you must explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical with examples to support both. Your CV should clearly state the dates of all qualifications and grades achieved where applicable.
Our recruitment process includes a telephone interview with a member of the Talent Acquisition team followed by an assessment for you to complete in your own time. If successful you will be invited to an interview with senior members of our Finance and wider Operations teams. Our standard recruitment process typically lasts around 2 to 3 weeks however this can be adapted if necessary.
As an equal opportunity employer we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and throughout the recruitment process there are a number of reasonable adjustments we can provide. Please click here to learn more.
Please note that whilst we embrace AI to innovate and improve processes your role may involve confidential data that cannot be uploaded to AI. Therefore it is important for us to assess your own skills and abilities so we recommend that you do not rely solely on this technology to generate any application materials.
Visa Sponsorship
Please note that this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for visa sponsorship and you will therefore need the right to work in the UK independently from the company.
Employment Type
Trainee
