Finance Apprentice J3490

Introduction

We are looking for a motivated and detail oriented individual to join as a Finance Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands on experience in all aspects of finance from reconciliations and reporting to supplier queries and data processing while working towards a recognised professional qualification.

About the Employer

As an apprentice, South West Apprenticeship Company Limited, the Flexi Job Apprenticeship Agency (FJAA) will employ the successful candidate on behalf of this employer. 99% of our apprentices gain full-time employment with their host organisation after completing their apprenticeship or they have progressed onto higher qualifications. The experience and knowledge you gain, plus the relationships you develop, make it easier to progress quickly.

What You'll Do

As an apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience from day one, working alongside experienced colleagues while completing a professional qualification. You’ll be involved in real projects that will build your skills and set you up for long-term success in finance.

• Your duties will include:
  Mailbox management
• Downloading supplier invoices from portals
• Processing high volumes of invoices through several ERP systems
• Weekly payment run checks
• Handling general accounting and supplier queries
• Processing data requests
• Providing administrative support
• Supporting the wider finance team with monthly reporting requirements

Training Outcome

It is expected but not guaranteed that on successful completion of the apprenticeship you would progress onto the Level 3 AAT.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Ability to deal with pressure
• Motivated
• Commitment
• Common Sense
• Reliable

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 to 9 (A* to C)
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 to 9 (A* to C)
• Desired - A Level - Maths - C

Course Information

Course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm with a ½ hour unpaid lunch break.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE