Introduction

This vacancy is for an Apprentice Accounts/Finance Assistant based in Accrington.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience within the accounts department whilst gaining on the job qualifications.

About the Employer

We offer a whole person approach to supporting women which is trauma informed and can be accessed directly by women themselves and / or through a referral:
We can help with :
Mental health issues and general health and well-being
Money Advice / Debt and wider welfare support issues
Getting into employment with coaching, skills development and confidence building
We also work in the prevention and rehabilitation of women connected to the criminal justice system with expertise in addressing multiple and complex unmet needs of women who have been moved from pillar to post across services and agencies.

What You'll Do

The role overview:

As an Accounts Apprentice, you will support the finance team with basic bookkeeping, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate financial records.

You will use accounting software QuickBooks, while gaining hands-on experience and completing relevant training.

This role offers a strong introduction to finance and the opportunity to develop essential skills within a supportive team.

Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping Support: Assist with daily bookkeeping tasks, including accurate data entry and the maintenance of up-to-date financial records
Accounts Payable: Support the accounts payable process by verifying invoices, processing payments, and ensuring supplier information is accurately recorded
Accounts Receivable: Support the accounts receivable process by raising invoice, and ensuring customer information is accurately recorded
Accounting Systems: Utilise accounting software QuickBooks, and other relevant tools to manage and update financial information
Payroll: Support the payroll process by collating information and data input to company templates
Staff Expenses: Support the expense process by collating information and data input to company templates where required
Financial Reporting: Help prepare financial reports, claims and support basic month-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial updates
Training & Development: Participate in ongoing training to build knowledge of core accounting principles, procedures, and best practices
Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with team members on various tasks and projects, contributing to a positive and supportive working environment

Key Qualities:

A genuine interest in building a career in accounting or finance

Training Outcome

The opportunities in the world of business are endless. Many apprentices start in business administration, customer service or accountancy, which are great stepping stones into lots of exciting careers. You can go on to specialise in a particular field and into management. You will find people who started in finance and administration working in all professional areas and at all levels.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Team working
Initiative

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - Any - Grade 4/C or above
Essential - GCSE - Any - Grade 4/C or above
Essential - GCSE - English - Grade 4/C or above
Essential - GCSE - Maths - Grade 4/C or above

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 Thursday 9am to 5pm, Friday 9am to 4.30pm

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: TRAINING 2000 LIMITED

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