Process and prepare financial and business forms for the purpose of checking account balances, facilitating purchases, etc.
Perform routine calculations to produce analyses and reports as requested by the Accounts Director
Help oversee and manage individual accounts
Create, send, and follow up on invoices
Review and adhere to department budgets
Collect and enter data for various financial spreadsheets
Review and audit financial statements and reports, ensure all calculations and data entries are correct
Reconcile any discrepancies or errors identified by conversing with employees and/or clients
Report any troubling discoveries or suspicion of wrongdoing to the proper authorities
Assist the Accounts Director in creating financial reports on a regular basis
Adhere to the company's or organisation's financial policies and procedures
Answer question and provide assistance to stakeholders, customers, and clients as needed
Attend finance department meetings, sometimes assisting with financial reporting to Managers and Senior Managers
Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and cost reductions
Training:The Level 3 Assistant Accountant apprenticeship standard includes 6 AAT exams, in addition to the Synoptic Assessment as part of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) process.
The knowledge units will be delivered at the EMA training hub in Derby or Nottingham (depending on apprentices’ location) through day release.
AAT Modules are as follows:
Introduction to Bookkeeping (Level 2 Unit)
Principles of Bookkeeping (Level 2 Unit)
Management Accounting Techniques
Financial Accounting:
Preparing Financial Statements
Business Awareness
Tax Processes for Business
Training Outcome:The opportunity to continue as a full-time team member upon completion of apprenticeship programme. Employer Description:One thing that we firmly believe at Star Group is that our people are our biggest asset and our management structure empowers our people to challenge our existing methods and as such, we’re constantly improving, working more efficiently and passing those benefits onto our clients.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
The Finance Administrator Apprentice will work closely with the accountants. You will use a range of software - (full training will be provided), Microsoft Office and a company email account - to help maintain accurate business and financial records and consistent administration processes throughout the business.
Duties and responsibilities will include but are not restricted to:
General reception duties, including:
Answering incoming calls, receiving deliveries, and greeting visitors
Liaising with clients and HMRC via telephone, email, and letter
Administration of client records
Assisting in accounts preparation
Administration of sales ledger
Ensuring that the policies of the company are observed, and that good practice is encouraged, particularly in the areas of health & safety, equal opportunities, and confidentiality
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation which is relevant to your post within the company to meet the overall business objectives
Training:Level 2 Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:
Level 2 AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Training Outcome:
Great prospects for progression to a full-time position for the right candidate
After successful completion of your apprenticeship, we will continue to fund your training as you work towards becoming ACCA or CTA qualified
Employer Description:At Vandys Accounting Ltd, we pride ourselves on delivering a highly personalised and professional service, designed to meet the unique needs of each client. Our team of skilled and experienced accountants offers a wide range of financial expertise, allowing us to guide you through complex financial decisions with confidence. Whether you’re a small business owner, a corporate client, or an individual, we are dedicated to provide accurate and reliable accounting solutions that empower you to make informed financial choices.
Our focus is on precision and integrity, ensuring that you have a trusted partner who understands the importance of your financial matters. At Vandys Accounting Ltd, we are committed to helping you navigate financial challenges and reach your goals with clarity and efficiency.Working Hours :Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00, with a 30min paid lunch break. 1 day per week is dedicated to completing your apprenticeship training.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Good attendance record,Self Motivated....Read more...
Accounting software – Develop a deep understanding of the Xero accounting software and become proficient using the Microsoft and Google suites of applications.
Account reconciliation – Assisting with reconciling bank statements, supplier and customer accounts and ensuring records are accurate and up-to-date
Invoice processing – Support the finance team with posting and processing invoices.
Data management – Working with confidential financial data, supporting data sourcing, entry and manipulation as well as generating reports.
Month end – Assisting with recurring month end tasks and ensuring timely and accurate month end close procedures are performed.
Annual accounts – Working with the Financial Controller to prepare the financial statements and accompanying note disclosures.
General administration – Obtain an understanding of the inner workings of a business and all of the internal functions; including working across teams to achieve company-wide goals.
Ethics and quality – Developing your professional judgement and attention to detail as well as ensuring the highest ethical, professional and legal standards are maintained at all times.
International – We have subsidiaries in the USA and Australia so this role will involve working across timezones and engaging with cross-border financial issues.Training:Duration:• 21 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
Delivery model:• Work-based training with your employer• Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week for 1 year)• Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)• Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:• AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting• AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting• Level 3 Assistant Accountant ApprenticeshipTraining Outcome:Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be opportunities to grow within the Finance team, including taking on new roles and pursuing further finance qualifications. Since we are a dynamic, growing company, there is also the possibility of pursuing new roles in other areas of the business, such as the software, trading or data science teams.Employer Description:Habitat Energy is a fast growing technology company focused on the trading and algorithmic optimisation of energy storage and renewable assets around the world. Our mission is to deliver outstanding returns to our clients to increase the attractiveness of renewable energy globally and support the transition to a clean energy future. Our rapidly growing team of 89 people in Austin, TX, Oxford, UK, and Melbourne, Australia brings together exceptionally talented and passionate people in the domains of energy trading, data science, software engineering and renewable energy management.
In addition, we present the opportunity to work internationally with our subsidiaries in the USA and Australia. Habitat Energy offers a unique environment which allows exposure to all functions of the business.Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Core hours 9 - 6 with 1 hour lunch break (flexibility to these core hours can be agreed with your line manager)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Understands confidentiality....Read more...
Duties will include (but not be limited to):
Administrative tasks:
Work with Project Assistant to ensure documentation and team guidance is kept up to data
Assist with data entry and content migration tasks
Client support:
Triage and review support tickets on Jira Service Desk, ensuring all tickets are actively worked on and updated regularly with clear and comprehensive notes on progress
Action simple support tickets such as account setups, password resets, assistance with navigation of websites and content changes
Support Project Managers with issue investigation and resolution
Assign complex tickets to relevant team members and liaise/chase for completion where necessary
Project support:
Provide ad-hoc support to Project Managers with day-to-day tasks
Assist with project reporting including progress reporting and profit tracking
Reporting:
Take responsibility for creating and distributing monthly performance reports for clients, compiling data from a range of sources including Google Analytics, Jira Service Desk and PPL’s platform
Assist with profitability and resource reporting
Training:Why choose our Data Essentials apprenticeship?
QA’s Data Essentials Level 3 apprenticeship can support your business to be more productive with data and adapt to a modern-day workplace.
Data available to organisations is increasing at scale. How your business leverages it is essential to successful transformation and continued growth.
QA's Data Essentials Level 3 apprentice will learn to:
Source, format and present data securely using Microsoft Excel
Analyse structured and unstructured data to support business outcomes
Blend data from multiple sources as directed
Communicate outcomes appropriate to the audience
Apply legal and ethical principles when manipulating data
QA’s Data Essential Level 3 apprenticeship programme enables your organisation to:
Build the capabilities you need throughout your organisation to collect, study, organise and present data, increasing digital adoption and the provision of intelligent and valuable business insights
Create and develop Data Technicians for the modern workplace by reskilling your existing talent or hiring new entry-level talent.
QA’s programmes, partnerships and recruitment capability enable us to tailor a solution that works for your business
Provide training that acts as a standalone solution or as part of a wider academy/programme to an array of business functions
Tools and technologies learned:
Apprentices will learn to use Microsoft Excel and Power BI
Training Outcome:90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship.
Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks.
Benefits:
26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Bonus scheme
Work from home/hybrid working
Flexi hours
Training and development opportunities
Employer Description:People Places Lives Ltd work in true partnership with health and social care organisations to deliver simple solutions that empower people, strengthen places and improve lives.
These solutions range from information and advice websites to support people on their health and social care journey, to providing day-to-day management of complex health packages via a personal health budget.
Their head office is in Wigan, and they employ 50 staff that are spread across the country.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm (1-hour lunch break)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Non judgemental....Read more...
Principal Accountabilities:
First point of contact for all HR and systems queries by telephone and email on a daily basis. Oversee the HR Team email inbox, responding to email enquiries within 24 hours of receipt and in line with Trust policy and practice. Ensure emails are escalated to an appropriate member of the HR team, if unable to respond to query.
As directed by the Senior HR System and Pensions Administration Officer, assist with the regular monthly checks of academies Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) payroll and pension reports, managed by the Trust’s Payroll Bureau Service, ensuring corrections are uploaded to Payroll Bureau.
In conjunction with HR colleagues, analyse and produce data and reports for both the Trust and academies to complete or inform statutory returns and other management information reporting purposes with accuracy and within timelines required e.g. School workforce census, Single Central Record, monthly ONS surveys, staff surveys, missing data reports, sickness absence reports, long service annual leave increases etc.
Provide effective and timely administration of the online Trust benefits schemes and other such initiatives or HR provision e.g. Sodexo Benefits platform, NUS card, Specsavers Eye care vouchers, Occupational Health referrals etc.
Support the Recruitment Co-ordinator in all areas of the candidate journey from recruitment to onboarding, including recruitment fairs, supporting academies with advertising job vacancies, producing contracts of employment and maintaining a register of candidates interested in working for the Trust. Working with the Recruitment Co-Ordinator and academy HR staff, utilise the Access recruitment platform to progress applicants through the process to conclusion. Using Trust templates, ensure documents are uploaded correctly on to the HRIS in accordance with procedure.
Support the Head of People & Development with ensuring the Apprenticeship digital account is up to date and that it is updated with new apprentices and staff leavers.
Produce Trust ID cards within 2 weeks of an academy’s request, maintaining the database to ensure it is kept current, accurate and secure. Responsible for the ordering of lanyards and maintaining sufficient supplies.
As directed by HR team colleagues, ensure the HR pages of the Trust’s website and portal are up to date, including uploading and removing documents, with an effective filing system in place to ensure policies and documents are accessible for authorised users. The system in place should enable an effective and smooth central HR operation with academies able to easily locate current policies, guidance, procedures and templates.
Support the HR team with the ongoing development and updating of the HR manual, Central HR Manual and Systems and Payroll manuals. As directed update the manuals ensuring the most up to date version is available on the Trusts’ portal.
Support the Head of People & Payroll with the setting up and administration of meetings such as the HR & Finance Network and Joint Consultative Group. Ensure meeting invites are sent out in a timely manner, along with the agenda and minute meetings as required.
Support the HR team become a paperless office environment, by ensuring existing paper files are stored electronically. Assist with general administrative office tasks such as photocopying, arranging and servicing meetings and HR training events, managing calendars, updating and reviewing documents and providing administrative support to the HR Team.Training:HR Assistant level 3 standard.
20% off the job training.
Tutor support via online platform 'bud'.Training Outcome:Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:The decision made by University of Chichester in 2012 to become an Academy Sponsor was a carefully considered but wholehearted one. The University has an education heritage that goes back over 180 years, it has been training teachers and innovating in education from the beginning and has a strong partnership programme working with 600 schools across the regionWorking Hours :Monday - Friday - all year round 8.30am - 5.00pm, 37 hours per week total.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Initiative....Read more...
