Opportunity information
Salary £15600 per year
Duration 15 months
Advert closing date 30/06/2026
Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and organised individual to join the team at Cavani as a Business/Accounts Administration Apprentice. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop a career in finance, administration, and business operations within a fast-paced fashion and retail environment.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and organised individual to join the team at Cavani as a Business/Accounts Administration Apprentice. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop a career in finance, administration, and business operations within a fast-paced fashion and retail environment.
The successful candidate will support the Finance Department and wider business with day-to-day accounting and administrative duties while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts & Finance Duties
- Processing supplier invoices and ensuring accurate record keeping
- Raising sales invoices and assisting with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable tasks
- Preparing and processing payments in line with company procedures
- Recording financial transactions and maintaining accurate financial records
- Completing bank reconciliations and assisting with journal entries
- Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns and basic tax computations
- Assisting with month-end finance administration tasks
- Ensuring financial information is accurate, up to date, and compliant with company procedures and regulations
Administration & Business Support
- Providing general administrative support to the Finance Department and HR Manager
- Filing, scanning, and maintaining electronic and paper records
- Handling incoming queries via email and telephone in a professional manner
- Liaising with suppliers, customers, and internal departments
- Assisting with data entry, document preparation, and reporting
- Supporting office operations and wider business administration tasks as required
- Maintaining confidentiality when handling financial and employee information
- Contributing to continuous improvement of administrative processes
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Good GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Willingness to learn accounting systems and business software
- Strong numerical and organisational skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Professional attitude with the ability to maintain confidentiality
- Positive, proactive, and eager-to-learn approach
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
What We Offer
- A structured apprenticeship programme with ongoing training and support
- Hands-on experience within a growing menswear business
- Opportunity to develop finance and administration skills
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Career progression opportunities upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Entry requirements
Maths and English GCSE - Grade c or above. Or equivalent.
Training to be provided
Business Administration Level 3 Standard
Apprentices learn the skills they need on the job with the guidance of a development coach who is an expert from industry. You will finish your apprenticeship with a recognised qualification, valuable industry experience, money, and substantial opportunities for promotion.
Training is a blended learning delivery model: online learning, classroom sessions, work-based training, independent research, workplace projects, one-to-one support and training. Your training will include:
Information Technology
Record Document Production
Stakeholders and Stakeholder Management
Policies
Business Fundamentals
Planning and Organisation
Relevant Regulation
Processes
Effective Project Management
Managing Performance
For a full overview of the business administrator standard please click on the following link: https://creativealliance.org.uk/apprenticeships/business-administrator-level-3/
Things to consider
Skills required
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Future prospects
Kaymans are dedicated to supporting and developing apprentices. Many of their apprentices continue on with Kayman's in theor career beyond their apprenticeship.
Hours per week 37.5
Working week 9.00am - 17.00pm
Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom, B42 2ET
