At Llew Jones, we’re passionate about giving our team the support and opportunities they need to grow. By investing in our people, we help them build meaningful, long-term careers in the coach and transport industry. And we know that when our people thrive, the business thrives too.
One achievement we’re especially proud of is Aron Hughes’ journey. While working in our support office, Aron recently completed his AAT Level 4 accounting qualification, a milestone that reflects not only his hard work, but also the support and guidance he’s received along the way.
Aron’s story is a great example of how the right opportunities, encouragement, and dedication can lead to real career progression. We’re thrilled to celebrate his success and share how he got there…
Starting a career at Llew Jones
Aron first joined Llew Jones working on reception and helping with bookings. Like many people starting out, he wasn’t entirely sure what direction his career would take. At the time, he was juggling multiple part-time jobs and was drawn to the stability of a Monday to Friday role with consistent hours.
It didn’t take long for his potential to become clear. Aron had a keen interest in numbers, systems, and problem-solving, and he was given the chance to support the finance team and gain hands-on experience with accounting tasks. This early experience eventually led him to begin studying for his AAT accounting qualification.
Studying for an AAT Qualification while working
Funded by the Wesh Government, Aron completed the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification, a widely recognised pathway into professional accounting. Each level typically takes between six and fifteen months to complete, and Aron reached Level 4 within three years, all while continuing to work in his role at Llew Jones.
As part of his apprenticeship programme, he attended college one day per week at Llandrillo College, for which he was paid, while continuing to gain hands-on experience in the office. Outside of work, he also dedicated additional time to studying and preparing for exams. Throughout this journey, Llew Jones continually encouraged his professional development, helping him balance learning with practical experience.
Progressing into a Finance Manager role
As Aron gained experience and qualifications, his responsibilities grew. Today, he works as Finance Manager, supporting the company’s financial operations from planning and reporting to leading meetings. His expertise helps ensure the business continues to operate sustainably.
Aron believes the supportive culture at Llew Jones played a huge role in his success. Balancing work, studying, and personal life can be challenging, but Aron found that taking things step by step helped, and having a supportive employer help him stay motivated throughout the course. He says that throughout his qualification, the company encouraged him to develop professionally without unnecessary pressure.
Aron’s manager, Business Manager James Hadley, says:
‘’Watching Aron grow in both confidence and skill, and develop into the role of Finance Manager, has been an absolute pleasure. We’re all extremely proud of the effort he has put into achieving this qualification and of his dedication to Llew Jones.
Congratulations, Aron!”
Careers at Llew Jones
From entry-level roles through to management positions. Llew Jones believes in supporting employees to grow and develop new skills.
Whether you are interested in careers in:
- Finance and business operations
- Customer service and bookings
- Coach driving and transport operations
Llew Jones is committed to helping people build rewarding careers within the transport industry. Our aim is to focuses on creating an environment where employees can grow, learn new skills, and set them up for success.
Find out more about us, and life at Llew Jones on our careers page >