Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Summary

A fantastic opportunity for anyone with an interest in working within the Accounting department at Test Inc. Includes all aspects of accounting and finance as well as general administrative support for the Finance team as well as other functions wherever necessary.

Annual wage

£15,600 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£7.50-£8.00 per hour, subject to experience.

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:30

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 21 October

Duration

1 Year 3 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Day to Day duties to include but not limited to;

Support Finance team in day-to-day tasks in achieving team goals and objectives by learning and adding constant value
Aged Debtors & Aged Creditors Control: Monitoring and managing the list of outstanding debts owed by customers (debtors) and amounts owed to suppliers (creditors), ensuring timely payments and flagging overdue accounts
Profit & Loss & Balance Sheet Maintenance: Assisting in the regular updating of the profit and loss statement and balance sheet, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting for the company’s financial health and performance
Review & Approve Purchase Invoices, Pro Forma: Examining and approving purchase invoices and pro forma invoices to ensure they align with company records and procedures before payment is made
Approve & Process Expenses Personal & Credit Card Claim: Reviewing, approving, and processing claims for personal expenses or company credit card expenses to ensure they comply with internal policies
Accruals / Prepayments: Managing financial entries related to accruals (expenses incurred but not yet paid) and prepayments (expenses paid in advance), ensuring accurate financial records
Depreciation / Provisions: Calculating and managing depreciation (the reduction in value of assets over time) and provisions (amounts set aside for anticipated future liabilities)
Credit Card Reconciliation: Comparing and aligning company credit card statements with internal records to ensure all transactions are recorded and discrepancies are identified
Bank Reconciliation: Reviewing and matching bank statements with the company’s internal records to ensure all transactions are accounted for and discrepancies are investigated
Nominal Journals: Assisting in the preparation and posting of journal entries to the nominal ledger for accurate financial reporting
Assist in Procurement: Supporting the purchasing process by helping to source, evaluate, and purchase goods and services for the company
Taking Inbound Calls to Manage Customer Enquiries: Handling incoming phone calls, addressing customer queries or concerns, and directing them to the appropriate department if necessary
Managing the Inbox and Responding to Emails: Monitoring and responding to emails in the company’s general inbox, ensuring prompt and professional communication
Reconciling Invoices Against Their Statements: Comparing invoices received from suppliers with their statements to ensure that all billed amounts are accurate and accounted for
Supporting with Any Administration Duties: Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks as needed, such as data entry, filing, and maintaining records
General Administration Duties and Filing: Handling day-to-day office tasks such as filing documents, managing paperwork, and keeping records organised
Training: Participate in regular training sessions to develop advanced sales skills and product knowledge

This list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake other responsibilities depending on business requirement.

Where you’ll work

Test house

Elizabeth Way

Harlow

CM19 5AR

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

HARLOW COLLEGE

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.

Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.

Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.

Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.

Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.

Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.

Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.

Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.

Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.

Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

Your training plan

Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

Business awareness
IT systems and processes
Ethical standards
Financial accounting and reporting
Management accounting
Analysis
Communication
Produces quality and accurate information
Uses systems and processes
Problem solving
Embracing change
Adding value
Ethics and integrity
Personal accountability
Productivity
Team working and collaboration

https://www.instituteofapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/assistant-accountant-v1-2

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade Grade 3 or higher)
Maths (grade Grade 3 or higher)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Enthusiasm/Self Motivate
Reliable
High Standards
Trustworthy
Good Time Management

Other requirements

Please note: Dates stated for when the vacancy closes and start dates may change subject to finding the right candidate and apprenticeship course start dates.

About this company

Test Inc. is one of the UK’s most innovative and dynamic, privately owned providers of electrical compliance and maintenance services. We specialise in providing a ‘single source supplier service’ taking our clients beyond compliance, including a ‘full system health check’ across their entire HV and LV electrical infrastructure from power station to plug top. This strategy enables us to manage compliance whilst eliminating safety risks and critical failure, thereby supporting the value and lifecycle of their systems and assets. Test Inc. have the agility & experience to meet the challenges faced by our clients with innovative and sector leading technologies that deliver proactive solutions for our clients. We have built our reputation across a wide range of industries, with both technical and strategic challenges for some of the World’s leading organisations. Here at Test, we believe it’s all about the people and our track record speaks for itself. We value commitment, positivity, and a passion for growth just as highly as qualifications, competence, and experience. This is why we are always looking for people who are bright, enthusiastic, and eager to develop themselves further. We are a dynamic, progressive, and fast-growing organisation. Our team comprises of highly committed professionals and our culture supports optimal performance, integrity, teamwork, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

http://www.testinc.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

23 days holiday plus public holidays Employee Assistance Programme Company laptop for the use of business Free parking Employee Discounts program.

After this apprenticeship

As with any apprenticeship opportunity we offer – if you prove yourself to be a valuable member of the team there is a strong chance of a permanent post within the business.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HARLOW COLLEGE

Kellie Tighe

ktighe@harlow-college.ac.uk

07377125961

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000277474.

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Closes in 15 days (Sunday 6 October at 11:59pm)

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