The Role
Supports day-to-day finance operations, including invoice, expense, and payment processing; maintaining financial records; reconciling accounts; investigating discrepancies; assisting with month-end reporting; resolving supplier and internal queries; and completing finance administration. The role provides structured development toward AAT and potentially ACCA or CIMA qualifications.
Summary Generated by Built In
As a Trainee Finance Assistant , you will support the Finance team in delivering accurate and timely financial information while developing a strong understanding of core finance processes within the housebuilding business. You will gain hands-on experience across a range of finance activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and reporting.
Throughout the programme, you will work closely with experienced finance professionals, building practical skills and commercial awareness. If you do not already hold a relevant qualification, you may also have the opportunity to work towards the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification and then progress to either the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) qualification, depending on your chosen career pathway, as part of your programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day finance operations, including processing invoices, expenses, and payments.
- Support the preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records in line with company procedures.
- Help reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies where required.
- Assist with month-end activities, including data collection and basic reporting.
- Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve finance-related queries.
- Support the Finance team with administrative tasks and ad hoc projects as required.
- Ensure all work is completed in line with internal controls, policies, and compliance requirements.
- Develop an understanding of financial systems, processes, and reporting tools used within the business.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to plan, organise, and manage time effectively.
- Good numerical and analytical skills.
- Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Comfortable using IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- A positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn.
- Motivation, drive, and ambition to develop a career in finance.
Benefits
A robust development programmeAnnual performance development reviewsA market-leading employee assistance programmeAdditional holiday purchaseLife coverPension
About
Miller Homes was established in 1934 and is one of the UK’s largest, privately owned national homebuilders with a focus on building new homes in attractive regional markets. We operate from three divisions – Scotland, North, and Midlands and South – and are strategically positioned in eleven regions.We have a strong presence in sought-after suburban locations which continue to benefit from high demand and favourable affordability.Our purpose is to ‘create great places where people and planet prosper’. This is achieved by building homes and developments that create communities with an emphasis on placemaking and design. We are proud of our reputation for delivering desirable high-quality homes and delighting our customers throughout their homebuying journey with an award-winning personalised customer experience, both digitally and in-person.At Miller Homes, we care about people, performance, pride and prospering and these values enable us to fulfil our purpose of creating great places where people prosper.Our people are proud to be part of a team which achieves this purpose by building quality new homes and creating thriving communities whilst having the opportunity to build and develop their own career in an exciting and rewarding industry sector. As an equal opportunities employer, we support and listen to each other, always respecting and valuing other people’s views, feelings and aspirations. We regularly engage with our people on issues including equality and employee well-being.For over 90 years, we have created a business based on creativity, innovation and commercial acumen. However, none of that could have been achieved without the right people, which is why we are committed to providing opportunities for personal growth through training, development and continuous improvement.
Skills Required
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to plan, organize, and manage time effectively
- Good numerical and analytical skills
- Confident written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable using IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and finance systems
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Motivation, drive, and ambition to develop a career in finance
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What We Do
Miller Homes is known for delivering desirable high-quality homes and delighting customers throughout their homebuying journey with an award-winning personalized customer experience. Their purpose is to 'create better places where people and planet prosper'.







