As a Finance Apprentice, you will gain hands on experience across all core areas of the Finance Department, including Banking & Treasury, General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable. Our structured apprenticeship is designed to provide you with the foundational skills and knowledge required for a successful finance career while supporting your professional qualification. (QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate for Accounting Technician)
Role Responsibilities
Banking & Treasury
* Assist with daily cash flow monitoring and forecasting.
* Support bank reconciliations and prepare banking documentation.
* Help maintain banking records and assist in payment runs.
* Liaise with internal teams and banking partners regarding payment queries.
General Ledger (GL)
* Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
* Assist in posting journals and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
* Help maintain accurate records for audit and compliance purposes.
* Collaborate in the preparation of management reports and financial statements
Accounts Payable (AP)
* Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
* Match purchase orders and delivery notes with invoices.
* Assist with payment runs and resolve supplier queries.
* Ensure proper coding and authorisation of invoices.
Accounts Receivable (AR)
* Assist in generating customer invoices and credit notes.
* Help monitor customer accounts and chase overdue balances.
* Process incoming payments and allocate them appropriately.
* Support the reconciliation of customer statements.
Learning Outcomes
* Gain broad exposure to core finance functions in a dynamic environment.
* Develop proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage, etc.).
* Understand end-to-end financial processes and internal controls.
* Build strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills
Additional Responsibilities
Skills & Personal Attributes
Education & Qualifications
* Leaving Certificate (or equivalent) with strong results in Maths and English.
* Eligible for a recognised Finance Apprenticeship Programme in Ireland.
* Interest in pursuing a professional accounting qualification and further accreditations.
Skills & Attributes:
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Eagerness to learn and work across multiple finance functions.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Full Driving Licence, or able to commute comfortably to our Kiltimagh office 4 days per week and college 1 day per week.
What We Offer:
* Structured on-the-job training and mentorship.
* Support for study leave and exam preparation.
* Exposure to experienced finance professionals.
* A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
* Competitive apprentice salary and benefits.
Key Traits
CMS believes that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches and is integral to the success of our company. We value diverse opinions and perspectives, and therefore welcome candidates from all backgrounds including but not limited to, ethnicity, gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, sexual orientation and neuro-diversity.