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Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. 2026 Finance Apprentice – Level 2 Accountant Assistant, with progression to Level 3 and Level 4 AAT programmes. Start Date: 07 September 2026 Salary: £24,000 per annum Location: Cheadle Employee type: Permanent Working Schedule: Monday – Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday – Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Are you an individual who is proactive with a passion for getting into the detail? We have an exciting opportunity to join our corporate team based in Cheadle. This role is a rare chance for a highly motivated individual to take on a role that has excellent career progression opportunities within Thales. What the role has to offer: • Earn while you learn, • Job specific training experience, • Recognised qualifications, • Permanent role from day one, • Tuition fees for university or approved training providers are fully covered, • Great opportunity to gain experience and further your career in Finance, • Operate in a visible role with an opportunity to add value from the early stages We have an exciting opportunity to join a Finance Apprenticeship within our UK business. We have opportunities within Corporate and our Thales UK business lines. You can expect to be involved in a wide range of activities, gaining significant exposure to the business and building a broad professional network. Key responsibilities will vary depending on which team you are sitting within, but may include: • Liaising with various stakeholders to understand, challenge and report the overheads and headcount of the business, • Providing accurate, timely and reliable overhead and cost information, and analysis to senior management, • Utilizing Thales tools to develop internal reporting and ensure consistency across the UK, • Supporting cost centre reviews, • Assisting in the budgeting cycle where required, • Managing data cleanse activities including balance sheet reconciliation, • Supporting projects in maintaining forecast invoicing dates and improving cash forecasting, • Supporting Project Managers and Business Controllers in timely cost transfers, • Assisting in Project Closure activities., • Ad hoc tasks, reporting and analysis as required by Financial Controller/Director, • Supporting preparation and distribution of monthly financial results, ensuring tight deadlines are achieved, • Supporting monthly overhead, headcount and DLU (Direct Labour Utilisation) reviews, • Supporting the preparation and review of monthly Cost By Nature (CBN) and Functional Cost Report (FCR) reports, including commentary and analysis as may be requested by Group, UK or business management, • Support the overhead multi-year budget (MYB) process, • Support the overhead reforecasting process, • Provide information on headcount evolution, • Provide specific analytical reports to cost centre managers, • Support the preparation and posting of journal vouchers, including accruals, prepayments, corrections etc. Apprentice Programme Apprentices will start by enrolling onto a Level 2 Accountant Assistant Apprenticeship with our award-winning training partner, The Apprentice Academy. Delivered via a virtual delivery model over 15 months, the apprenticeship will introduce you to day-to-day accounting activities and will help you to build the competence to deliver these successfully. On completion of the programme, you will achieve an AAT Level 2 Diploma in Accounting. On completion of the Level 2, you will be supported to progress onto the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship (18 months) and the Level 4 Professional Accountant Apprenticeship (17 months) to achieve your AAT qualifications. Requirements: • 5 GCSE’s 9-4 (A-C), including English and Maths Benefits • 201 hours annual leave (plus a company day and bank holidays), • Company Pension, • Health Care Cash Plan, • Life Insurance, • Discount Portal, • Performance-related pay uplifts, • 80 Hours Volunteering (first two years) Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2026. Induction week for all Graduates and Apprentices will take place from Monday 7 September - Friday 11 September 2026. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Thursday 12 February 2026, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2026 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Recruitment Process: For further information on our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to speak to a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate or Apprentice, please visit ___. Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, all of our roles are subject to security restrictions. All successful candidates must possess the permanent right to work in the UK, and will be required to go through Government security clearance at BPSS Level and to obtain full Security Clearance (SC) in line with the United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) requirements below, prior to starting with us. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. As part of the vetting process you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, eligibility to work in the UK, time spent abroad over the last 5 years, as well as employment and / or educational history. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - ___Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles. Great journeys start here, apply now!

Department: Finance Location: Manchester Office Description Greenergy delivers safe, efficient and reliable fuel solutions to customers across road, aviation and marine sectors. As an international transportation fuel supplier, we combine traditional and renewable energy solutions to support our customers through the energy transition. Commitment to innovation and a drive to do things differently have seen Greenergy grow from a bedroom start-up to supply transport fuels in the UK, Ireland and Canada, as well as being a leading European manufacturer of waste-based renewables. Step into a key role within our small VAT team in Manchester, where you’ll play an important part in ensuring accurate and compliant UK and European VAT reporting by handling VAT matters with varying complexity. Working closely with the Senior VAT Accountant, you’ll take ownership of VAT and related reports, ensuring the correct application of VAT by understanding the supply chain, as well as managing submissions and VAT account reconciliations. You’ll also support continuous improvement initiatives and help guide the Assistant VAT Accountant. We’re looking for a detail-focused and proactive individual with a strong grasp of VAT principles, confident Excel skills, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. If you enjoy working with complex data, take pride in accuracy, and thrive in a challenging environment, this is a great opportunity to develop your expertise within a supportive finance team Key Responsibilities • Responsible for the preparation, validation and submission of Greenergy’s monthly and quarterly UK and European VAT reports, including Intrastat and ESCL, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, • Assist with additional UK VAT reporting, including import VAT, self-billing, and supply VAT, ensuring accuracy and timely submission, • Responsible for reconciling monthly UK/European VAT balance sheet accounts, posting VAT journals and maintaining accuracy and completeness of VAT accounting within the general ledger, in accordance with the business timetable, • Implement appropriate actions to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with any changes in legislation or business activities (e.g. new territories/registrations), • Build and maintain strong working relationships with all VAT stakeholders, • Develop and implement continuous improvement plans to enhance quality and efficiency., • Assist with additional VAT-related tasks and respond to audit and business queries as required, • Assist in training the Assistant VAT Accountant by providing support as needed, ensuring overall accuracy and compliance Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential: • Qualified / Part-Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CTA, ATT, CIMA, AAT), • Previous experience of UK and European VAT, • Advanced knowledge of MS Excel, • Strong analytical skills and logical approach to new challenges, • Strong communicator with the ability to develop trusting and credible relationships at all levels of the business and across various teams, • Inquisitive and questioning mindset - not afraid to ask questions or challenge convention, and drive improvements and efficiencies as appropriate, • Takes personal responsibility for their work by staying up to date with relevant changes and applying them promptly, while consistently demonstrating initiative and drive, • Flexible and adaptable, understands overall team goals, and actively contributes to achieving them, • Able to analyse and interpret large volumes of financial data and connect insights to business issuesDesirable:, • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field Benefits • Competitive compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary, enhanced by a discretionary bonus scheme that rewards both business and individual performance., • Private medical insurance: Prioritise your health with comprehensive private medical insurance, including access to online GP services from AXA for you and your family., • Enhanced company pension: Secure your future with enhanced company pension contributions that support your long-term financial goals., • Cycle to work scheme: Embrace a sustainable lifestyle with our cycle to work scheme., • Season ticket loan: Spread the cost of your commute and take advantage of annual discounts with an interest free season ticket loan., • Volunteering and charity: We encourage you to give back to the community through volunteering days and charitable initiatives., • Enhanced holiday allowance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, in addition to bank holidays., • Global travel insurance: Travel with peace of mind, courtesy of worldwide multi-trip travel insurance coverage for you and your family., • Employee discount platform: Access exclusive discounts through our employee discount platform., • Enhanced parental leave: Generous maternity and paternity pay to support you and your family when you need it most.Greenergy are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our colleagues is critical to our success as a global company. Employment at Greenergy is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships.

Assystem is an international engineering and digital services company with a single mission: to accelerate the global transition to low-carbon energy. Every day, our 8,000 “Switchers” across 12 countries bring their expertise, curiosity and collective intelligence to the challenge of the century—building a cleaner, safer and more sustainable energy future. We work alongside the organisations driving this transition, sharing our knowledge and values to deliver innovative solutions and new ways of thinking. With more than 55 years of experience in highly regulated industries, we provide engineering, project management and digital services that enhance the performance, safety and longevity of complex infrastructure throughout its lifecycle. Ranked among the world’s leading nuclear engineering companies, Assystem is committed to delivering a viable, efficient and reliable energy future for all. Job Description Our Audit & Assurance team is growing as we support an increasing portfolio of large, complex and commercially sensitive UK infrastructure programmes. We’re now looking for a Cost & Commercial Assurance Consultant to help deliver high-quality audit and assurance work and strengthen our capability as the function expands. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Audit & Assurance Lead and wider team, carrying out cost, contract and commercial assurance reviews that give clients confidence in their project performance. You’ll analyse large datasets, apply structured audit methodologies and produce clear, evidence-based reports. Alongside delivery, you’ll play a part in shaping how our service evolves—sharing insights, supporting colleagues and helping us continuously improve. You’ll join a community with deep expertise across the UK’s most significant infrastructure programmes. We offer hybrid working, development opportunities and a culture that values integrity, diversity and evidence-driven thinking. The role includes national travel, typically two to three nights per week. What you’ll be doing: • Deliver cost, commercial and contract assurance reviews on major infrastructure projects, • Analyse financial datasets, ledgers and evidence to produce clear audit findings, • Use IDEA audit software to support consistent and efficient delivery, • Prepare high-quality audit reports with actionable recommendations, • Support planning, reporting and knowledge development within the team, • Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, • Contribute to continuous improvement and mentoring across the team Qualifications What you’ll bring: • Experience in audit, cost verification or commercial assurance within construction or infrastructure, • Strong understanding of NEC contracts from a cost/commercial perspective, • Confidence working with large datasets and financial information, • Excellent audit report writing and analytical skills, • Strong IT capabilities, including audit software and advanced Excel, • Background in QS, commercial management, accounting or audit, supported by a relevant degree, • Professional membership (RICS, CIMA, ACCA, AAT or similar) preferred, • High integrity, attention to detail and a completer–finisher mindset, • Flexibility to travel nationally (2-3 days per week) Additional Information We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

On completion of the Level 2, you will be supported to progress onto the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship (18 months) and the Level 4 Professional Accountant Apprenticeship (17 months) to achieve your AAT qualifications. Apprentices will start by enrolling onto a Level 2 Accountant Assist

Graduate/AAT - Accounts Assistant. Open to graduates or AAT students with a base level of experience looking for their next career step. Support the Management Accounts Assistant in the month‑end process.

Successful applicants will have completed or be studying AAT Level 3 and possess experience in finance roles.

Finance Assistant- AAT Qualified.

Join #TeamDA as an Accounts Assistant Apprentice (AAT). L3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (AAT). Your technical knowledge will come from on-the-job training, in-house development sessions, and studying for the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting qualification.

AAT Trainee Accountant / ATT Tax Adviser - Newcastle. Undergo a structured 3-year programme to gain the AAT or ATT qualification, establishing a solid foundation for a successful career.

This role offers flexible hours, focuses on AAT support, and encompasses various transactional finance duties.

A growing finance company in the UK seeks an Apprentice Accounts Assistant in Diss, Norfolk.This role offers a hands-on introduction to finance with support for professional qualifications.Ideal for those eager to learn, you will gain essential bookkeeping skills and progress towards a recognised ac

The role includes opportunities for AAT qualification support and a supportive team environment.

This role is ideal for candidates studying AAT or having recently completed it.

Candidates will either be studying or have completed AAT level 2/3, and will be responsible for various transactional duties, payment runs, and reconciliation tasks.

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified and possess experience with accounting systems, specifically Sage 50.

Our client are a long-established, forward-thinking accountancy practice looking for someone who has completed their AAT Level 3 or 4 to join our growing team. Develop practical skills alongside your AAT studies, with a view to progressing to ACA or other professional qualifications. AAT Level 3 (co

The ideal candidate will be studying for an AAT qualification and will have experience using Xero, along with strong Excel skills.

This role requires AAT Level 3 or 4 and involves working closely with experienced accountants on various client tasks including bookkeeping, audits, and client support. Full support will be provided for AAT completion and progression to further qualifications.

Join #TeamDA as an Accounts Assistant Apprentice (AAT) - Agriculture. As an Level 3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (AAT), you will learn the basics of accounts and VAT return preparation, gradually advancing to drafting accounts, tax computations, and VAT returns, all with a focus on the unique f

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified with prior experience in accounting roles, handling payroll, sales invoicing, purchase ledgers, debt collection, credit control, and general bookkeeping.