Accounting apprentice Vacancy details General information Entity Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Aerosystems is one of the world leaders in aviation systems dedicated to aircraft and helicopter safety, as well as fluid and fuel management. The company is a key player in the field of flight safety (oxygen, evacuation, floatation) and participates in the decarbonization of aviation through enabling sustainable alternative fuels and new engine architectures. It has 5,200 employees in 7 countries. Reference 2026-177443 Position description Domain Performance and Support Job field / Job profile Finance and management - Accounting Job title Accounting apprentice Employment type Apprenticeship Contract length 15 Months Professional category Student Part time / Full time Full-time Job description As an Accounting Apprentice, you will work alongside our Finance team, gaining hands-on experience in a busy accounting environment whilst also working towards your AAT Level 3 qualification. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable (AP) - Accurately post supplier invoices in a timely manner - Review purchase orders to identify and resolve issues with automatic intercompany invoices - Liaise with Stores and Purchasing teams to chase outstanding purchase order receipts - Collate invoices due for payment and prepare payment information for review and approval - Manage and monitor the Accounts Payable inbox, responding to queries as appropriate - Issue supplier remittances following payment runs Accounts Receivable (AR) - Prepare and issue customer Statements of Account (SOA) on a weekly basis - Support credit control activities under the guidance of senior finance team members - Match and allocate customer cash receipts accurately General Duties - Carry out general administrative tasks, including sorting and scanning incoming post - Maintain accurate electronic filing on shared folders for payment runs, remittances, and supplier invoices - Assist with ad hoc finance and administrative tasks as required - Ensure all work is completed in line with company policies, procedures, and internal controls Candidate skills & requirements AAT Level 2 or equivalent experience. Position location Job location Europe, UK, England, South East City (-ies) Avenue West Skyline 120 CM77 7AA Braintree Candidate criteria Additional Languages preferred English (Fluent)

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