Finance Apprentice – Stonehouse, GloucestershireStep into a leading utilities company that champions innovation and service excellence. At UKPS (part of the Last Mile Group), we’re committed to delivering top-quality solutions across the multi-utility sector. Our Stonehouse, Gloucestershire team is growing, and we’re excited to welcome a Finance Apprentice to join us.As a Finance Apprentice, you’ll report to the Head of Project Finance, supporting sales invoicing and gaining hands-on experience in financial operations. This 18-month apprenticeship will see you working towards AAT Level 3 in Accountancy, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role within our Project Finance team upon successful completion.What’s in it for you as a Finance Apprentice?Here at Last Mile, we pride ourselves in providing a great range of benefits including a fantastic amount of annual leave, including a Christmas shut down.25 days holiday, increasing after 2 years by 1 day each year up to 30 days, plus 9 public holidaysHoliday buy schemeDiscretionary bonusEV and ULEV salary sacrifice scheme (subject to minimum length of service)Cycle to work salary sacrifice schemeUp to 7% employer pension contributionLife assurance (x4 annual basic salary)Refer a friend incentiveWagestreamEmployee assistance programmeHybrid working for eligible roles (3 days in the office, 2 from home) *Flexible start and finish times for eligible roles*Private medical insurance*Company sick pay**Some of our benefits are only applicable when you have successfully completed your probation period*Your responsibilities as a Finance Apprentice:Assist with sales ledger activities, including processing and tracking project invoices (contestable, non-contestable sales, asset values, variations).Monitor and update project invoice control sheets.Opportunity to shadow other finance team members to gain a broad understanding of different functions (e.g., project reconciliations, project accounting).Maintain accuracy and compliance in financial processes, ensuring alignment with company policies and industry standards. Support the Head of Project Finance with ad-hoc financial tasks as required.About you:Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.Ability to quickly learn finance systems and processes.Good communication skills, both written and verbal.Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.Have you got the drive to go to the Last Mile as a Finance Apprentice? Apply now!We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and encourage you to apply promptly as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.About us:Last Mile is one of the largest last-mile multi-utility businesses in the UK. We understand construction and we know utilities. We take responsibility for the ‘last mile’ of infrastructure that connects developments to wider distribution networks. Our strong history in gas and electricity connections, deep knowledge of the industry and secure investor backing means we can provide a comprehensive multi-utility solution that includes clean (ground source) heat networks, electricity, water and waste water.Working through our operating companiesUKPS (in South of England and Wales),Energetics (in Scotland, North Wales and the North of England) and our asset adoption businessLast Mile Asset Management, we offer a ‘one-stop shop’ for new utility connections.For further enquiries contact –recruitment@lastmile-group.com or visit our websitewww.lastmile-group.com
