Finance Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

Location: Head Office based Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Contract: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Salary: Apprenticeship rate (dependent on age/experience)

Joseph Gallagher Limited is a leading civil engineering and construction business delivering projects across the UK and internationally. We are looking for a dedicated Finance Assistant Apprentice to join our finance team and begin a career in finance, with a focus on transactional finance such as accounts payable, bookkeeping and financial administration.

This role provides the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while working towards a Level 3 Finance Assistant Apprenticeship, aligned with industry‑recognised accounting standards.

You will be enrolled on the Level 3 Finance Assistant Apprenticeship, a nationally recognised programme that develops practical skills in accounting, financial processing, reconciliations, financial systems, and basic reporting. Many apprentices complete this with support towards AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualifications.

As a Finance Assistant Apprentice, you will support the finance team with everyday accounting tasks, including processing invoices, payment runs, reconciliations, and financial records — with particular exposure to accounts payable (AP).

• Processing supplier invoices and matching to purchase orders

• Supporting payment runs and ensuring timely payment to suppliers

• Posting financial transactions accurately and on time

• Assisting with reconciliations of accounts

• Supporting month‑end finance processes

• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing

• Assisting with data entry and financial administration

• Supporting with internal controls and compliance activities

We’re looking for someone organised, numerate, and keen to build a career in finance.

You will ideally have:

• An interest in finance, accounting, or numbers

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and finance systems

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (or willingness to work towards them)

No prior finance or accounting experience is required — just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

• Fully funded Level 3 Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

• Practical experience with accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial processing

• Training and mentoring from experienced finance professionals

• Support towards professional qualifications (e.g., AAT)

• Opportunity to progress into a permanent finance role

Company Background The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineeringbusiness that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.

LIFE Culture We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award‑winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed We area disability confident employer and we'recommitted to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at HR@josephgallagher.co.uk.