A broad range of accounting and finance tasks will be undertaken, providing experience across our activities. Tasks at some point would include:
Data entry for the weekly and monthly client payrolls
Processing purchase Ledger invoices
Supplier payments
Reconciling suppler statements
Maintaining supplier records
Sales invoicing
Credit control
Maintaining customer records
Processing company credit card statements
Processing staff expenses
Matching the bank feeds
Month-end journals
Dealing with intercompany management charges
Understanding the various accounting software in use
General admin, including a lot of ad-hoc duties, assisting the owners in both administration, finance and other duties, getting to really know the business, including
Providing occasional cover on the telephone support
Training:You will undertake the “Accounts / Finance Assistant” Apprenticeship (an Intermediate Apprenticeship in Accounting), with full support from Accountancy Learning as part of their Flexible Apprenticeship Programme.
Assessment will be by an “End Point Assessment”, which will include the following two elements:
A Structured Interview. This will consist of 10 questions asked by an AAT Independent Assessor. It will last 60 minutes and will be performed remotely via the AAT online video portal. The questions will allow you to display the knowledge and experience you have obtained over your apprenticeship. You will build a portfolio of reflections and product evidence that will be used to support your answers to these 10 questions.
An In-tray Test. This will be undertaken under exam conditions and will last 105 minutes. It will be based on what you have studied in your AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.
Successful completion of the AAT (Level 2) Foundation Certificate in Accounting is a mandatory element of the Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship. Your Apprenticeship will therefore include formal studies towards this qualification. It is anticipated that your apprenticeship duration will be for 15 months, although earlier completion is possible, provided the duration exceeds one year and a week.
You will receive support from both the employer and the training provider, to complete and achieve your Apprenticeship and will be given time to study during the week on a day release basis. As you are working towards a professional qualification, it is also expected that you will continue your studies outside of normal office hours.
As you learn more in both the office and in your studies, your responsibilities, and the variety of tasks you undertake, are expected to increase.Training Outcome:We see this position as a stepping stone for an ambitious candidate to kick-start their career in the accountancy profession.Employer Description:We are a busy accountancy firm with two offices and a rapidly expanding bookkeeping portfolio. Griffin are a firm of Devon accountants based in Exeter and Honiton, focused on providing expert advice and a truly first class service to our clients. We look to bring a fresh approach to accountancy and have embraced the latest technology in the sector, enabling our clients to have greater control and flexibility over their finances. We take the compliance burden away, so our clients can focus on running their businesses and above all else we strive to provide excellent service and adopt a proactive approach to anticipate their needs. Griffin Chartered Accountants offer a full range of accountancy services to SMEs across the South West. Xero experts, providing advice and support to help local businesses get the most out of Xero. Browse for services by type, including: Limited Companies, Partnerships and sole traders, Charities and not for profit.Working Hours :Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Ability to work under pressure,Ability to prioritise workload....Read more...
