Finance Apprentice

Weekly Hours Worked: 8.30am-5.30pm Description of Company: Simpson Spence Young (SSY) is one of the world’s largest and most respected independent shipbroking and maritime data firms. Operating across multiple international offices — including London, Oslo, Copenhagen, New York, Dubai, Singapore, and Athens — SSY provides expert broking, data, and advisory services across all major shipping sectors. Our Finance team sits at the heart of a dynamic global business, supporting financial reporting, treasury and commercial decision-making across the SSY group. The Role The Finance Apprentice will have the opportunity to study towards the ICAEW Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification while gaining practical experience across a wide range of financial operations including accounting, consolidation, treasury, tax, financial modelling, reconciliations and reporting. Key Responsibilities Finance apprentices typically assist with a variety of financial tasks under supervision, including: Preparing journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany balances across the group’s international entities Supporting month-end and year-end close activities, including consolidation, variance analysis, and IFRS financial reporting Assisting with statutory audits and tax compliance, and maintaining accurate financial records Providing financial analysis and information to budget holders and stakeholders Participating in ad-hoc projects and supporting the wider finance team while building practical work experience towards ICAEW requirements Additional Information 6.5% pension contribution, life assurance, permanent health insurance, discounted gym membership