A normal day would include:
• Provide assistance to the Management Accountants• Daily Bank reconciliations including posting and allocation of petty cash• Transaction processing using Sage Line 200 and Contract Costing, our in-house project management system• Co-ordinate and help to manage the Accounting process and its integration with other company processes and procedures• Manage sales and purchase ledger• Create and maintain spreadsheets• Assist with invoice and subcontractor queries• Create new documents and innovate ways of working• Provide administrative assistance• Deal with telephone calls including customer and supplier queries
What you could go on to doAssistant Management Accountant
How you will be supportedFull training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role. This includes support with helping to achieve the AAT qualification.
What will happen nextNew applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for• Any training you need to complete• What the next steps will be
How you could get there If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.Training Outcome:Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.Employer Description:Sudlows is a unified infrastructure specialist. Our technical solutions for Mechanical and Electrical, Building Services and Communication Systems are both innovative and sustainable.Working Hours :8.30am-5pm Monday - FridaySkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Knowledge of Microsoft Office,Practical,Time management skills,Can work independently,Good attendance record....Read more...
Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be aged 18 or over. The position involves independent alcohol sales and working patterns within a licensed premises that cannot be undertaken by individuals under the age of 18. This requirement is necessary to ensure all aspects of the role can be carried out in accordance with licensing legislation and operational requirements.
As part of our front of house team, you'll be the friendly face our guests remember. As a waiter or waitress or bartender, you'll know our menu inside out and recommend your favourites. You'll inject your personality every moment you're with our guests so that they love to come back time and time again. With over 13 brands and 1600 businesses the opportunities to learn and grow are endless.
Responsibilities:
Offer a warm welcome and farewell to guests, while effectively communicating the service cycle, our products and any special offers or events
Provide personalised recommendations that cater to the specific needs and preference of each guest
Value regular guests by remembering their preferences and engaging in meaningful conversations
Check all guests are enjoying their meal and discuss the guest experience survey
Provide a fast and efficient service and ensure any guest queries and complaints are handled promptly and professionally
Have open communication with the entire team to ensure the delivery of outstanding service, promoting a supportive atmosphere where you assist other team members whenever possible
Participate and contribute to team meetings, offering your valuable insights
Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the front of house, outdoor and toilet areas
Participate in all in-house training, e-learning and the completion of assigned learning modules
Always adhere to brand standards, licencing laws and all company policies and procedures
You don't even need any experience. So long as you can provide a warm, helpful manner to everyone you meet, we can teach you the ins and outs of working as part of our busy teams.
At Mitchells and Butlers you will be working towards a Hospitality Team Member Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15-months.
By taking on a full-time role as a bar and waiting apprentice under the supervision of our passionate teams, not only will you achieve a nationally recognised qualification, you will be able to support the running of our businesses, creating some amazing moments!
What your apprenticeship includes:
You won't need to attend college, our apprenticeships are delivered through work-based training which includes a mixture of face-to-face sessions and remote Team calls with your Lifetime Learner Coach every 6-weeks. You will also have a mentor within the workplace to support you
Obtain Functional Skills in English and maths (if you don't already have GCSE or equivalents)
Reviews every 12-weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Learner Coach including feedback sessions
Benefits for Mitchells and Butlers staff:
Once completed, this is only the start of your career with us. There are further progression opportunities to explore higher level apprenticeships once you have completed Level 2
A massive 33% discount across all our brands
20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family
Wagestream - a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it
Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications
Discounts on gym memberships
Team Socials - work hard, play hard!
On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you.
Wage will be:
16-20-year-olds: £10.85 per hour
21+ year-olds: £12.71 per hour
At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.Training:Food and Beverage Team Member Level 2 including Functional Skills in maths and English.Training Outcome:Ongoing support and development.Employer Description:You already know Mitchells & Butlers, even if you don't realise it! That's because we run many of the UK's most famous restaurant and pub brands, including: All Bar One, Sizzling Pubs, Vintage Inns, Harvester, Ember Inns, Toby Carvery, Crown Carveries, Castle, Nicholson's, Premium Country Dining Group, O'Neill's, Alex, Village Pub & Kitchen, Miller & Carter, Browns, Innkeeper's Lodge, Orchid Pubs and The Oak Tree.Working Hours :Shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
General Manager – Destination Country Pub – Derbyshire - £55,000 + BonusA rare opportunity has arisen for an ambitious General Manager to lead a much-loved independent country pub through an exciting new chapter.Already known for its warm hospitality, locally sourced food and strong community following, the venue is preparing for a major refurbishment that will completely transform the scale and potential of the business.The Development Will Introduce:
A significant increase in internal dining coversA brand-new outdoor event spaceTen beautifully designed guest bedroomsGreater capacity for weddings, celebrations and private eventsWe are looking for a forward-thinking General Manager who can take ownership of the expanded operation, build a brilliant team and turn this impressive venue into one of the region’s leading hospitality destinations.
The Role:
Lead the business through its refurbishment, reopening and continued growthRecruit, train and inspire a high-performing front and back-of-house teamDevelop multiple revenue streams across food, drink, accommodation and eventsTake full ownership of sales, labour, stock control, budgets and profitabilityBuild strong relationships with the local community and surrounding businessesDeliver exceptional standards while maintaining the warmth and personality of a great country pubCreate memorable experiences for local guests, destination diners and overnight visitors
About You:
An experienced General Manager from a quality pub, restaurant, hotel or destination venueCommercially astute, with strong P&L and cost-control experienceConfident managing a busy, multifaceted hospitality operationExperienced in building teams and embedding standards during periods of changeA natural host who enjoys being visible, engaging with guests and driving the atmosphereExcited by the opportunity to shape a growing business and take a successful site to the next level
This is far more than maintaining an established operation. It is an opportunity to play a central role in an ambitious transformation, helping to create an exceptional countryside destination for dining, drinking, staying and celebrating.....Read more...
Responsibilities of the role will include:
Assist with booking enquiries over the telephone and email
Be a primary point of contact of resident guest enquiries
Lead procurement, searching out the best prices for orders across all departments
Use our accounts software (Xero) to create and upload company purchase invoices and receipts
Assist with office duties to include printing, scanning and preparing for group visits
Assist with social media content, taking photos and video
Assist with sales, researching schools and best contacts
Assist with summer camp check-ins/outs
Assist with guest show-rounds
Training:You will be working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship standard.
You will receive on and off the job training and support from an assessor and an Apprenticeship Advisor.
You will be required to attend Cornwall College St Austell on a fortnightly basis as part of the apprenticeship training.Training Outcome:We would hope the apprentice can continue their career at our centre on completion of the programme, to take on further duties and responsibilities within our office department.Employer Description:Porthpean Outdoor is Cornwall's leading provider of school residentials and activity-led summer camps. Through the winter, we also offer training for careers in outdoor pursuits.
In addition to a varied provision of outdoor activities, we excel through excellent customer service, superior on-site facilities, and a genuine and personal level of care for children.
USPs:
On site, in-house provision of activites, catering and night management, everything managed by us
Superior guest facilities with all guests having a proper bed and mattress - no camping with roll mats here!
Our own beach!
Our main business comes from primary schools within Cornwall. We advertise nationally and across Europe for our summer camp.Working Hours :Typical working hours will be between 9:00am and 3:30pm with flexibility required depending on business needs and college attendance.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,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Job title: Campaign Upsell AssociateSalary: Base plus monthly commission earnings. Allowance for Food and Travel included.Office location: Belgrade, Novi beograd - Hybrid work (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)Shifts: Based on rota and will include Public Holidays – Monday to Friday - 10am-6pm, 11am-7pm or 12pm-8pm (40 hour working week)About the role and the Team: The primary responsibility of this target-focused role is to engage with new and existing customers to enhance their contracts through upselling and cross-selling. This involves reaching out to customers via phone and ticketing to maximize the impact of various upgrade campaigns. Additionally, the role includes managing chat queries related to these campaigns. It is essential to communicate effectively with customers, ensuring successful upselling and cross-selling while prioritizing their needs. What will you be doing? Engage with existing customers to renew their contract focusing on value increase, and yield company's revenue through upselling and cross-sellingDo outbound calls during the outbound campaign to boost upsell and cross-sell opportunityAnswer and convert the email, calls and chat about upsell renewal enquiries and voicemails within agreed SLAUphold the company procedures and processes while ensuring excellent service standards and maintaining high customer satisfactionTake ownership of work and always look for opportunities to exceed targetsWhat we are looking for:Experience in communicating to customers over the telephone and working in a target driven roleCommunication and interpersonal skills as well as strong sales and negotiation skillsIndividual who is focused, energetic, self-motivated and excited to work in fast-paced environment with constant changeExcellent written and spoken English language skills Some of our key Benefits:Competitive salaryGlobal Remote working for up to 2 week per year for those who are able to work remotely25 days' paid holiday increasing each year, to a max of 35Extra days off for your birthday, move house and volunteerAccess to a wellbeing platform, RezilientPartnership with SOS Children's VillagePrivate medical insuranceTravel discountsFit Pass discountTechnology discountTeam sports activitiesMassages in the officeSweet Tuesdays....Read more...
You will learn to assist in the daily banking process, process invoices and payments, reconcile bank accounts, prepare ad-hoc financial reports, prepare service charge accounts for management companies, maintain accounting records using MRI Qube software, set up new units and properties on the system, liaise with customers and answer queries.
Role responsibilities
Daily banking reconciliations
Chasing remittances/investigating unallocated list
Inbox – delegating to the relevant team member as per portfolio split
Phone rota
AGM Prep (available funds and requested reports)
Sending letters through QUBE
Folding/franking
Issuing periodic GR Invoices/Letters
Issuing Section 20b notices
Batch imports into QUBE (HA remits, completion monies, insurance payments, ICO payments, Companies House payments, credits/charges etc)
Keeping on top of completion log
Monitoring progress of Tracker; Bal Charge/Credits, YE Accounts, AGM, Periodic etc.
Liaise with external Accountants and resolve queriesLiaise with customers, leaseholders and colleagues in other departmentsSupporting other members of the TeamTo understand and comply with The Property Institute guidelines, Management Agreements and TP1 instructions
Your training course: Accounts Assistant
Course contents
Learn double-entry bookkeeping, processing sales and purchase transactions and using manual and digital accounting systems.
Study control accounts, journals, bank and suppliers’ reconciliations, and methods to check data accuracy.
Explore basic costing principles and how management uses cost data to make decisions.
Gain awareness of business operations, working in an organisation, workplace ethics, sustainability, and digital technology.Training:
Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Duration: 15 to 18 months
Online Learning through The Apprentice Academy
Training Outcome:If you are looking to start a career in Accounts, we are offering genuine opportunities of progression due to our continued growth.
As well as ensuring full competency as an Assistant Accountant, this standard provides the foundation for progression into a number of career paths in the accounting sector.Employer Description:Ground Solutions UK Ltd is a growing and vibrant company consisting of friendly and approachable teams including accounts, property managers, a grounds maintenance division and cleaners. We are Property Managing Agents managing mainly residential blocks of apartments/houses, areas of open space and some commercial developments.
Our ethos is to deliver a first-class customer service and to ensure properties are maintained to a standard we would be happy to live in ourselves.Working Hours :Monday- Friday 8.30am- 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
The Design Engineer assesses project requirements, gathers technical field data, determines design requirements, selects appropriate equipment, and provides drafting of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) restoration projects. This role combines engineering expertise with drafting skills to ensure that projects are planned and constructed effectively.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Conducts on-site visits and assessments to understand the specific scope and technical requirements of individual projects. This includes evaluating existing HVAC systems, identifying issues or challenges, and testing equipment performance.
• Determines scope and designs solutions for HVAC restoration projects via site visits and coordination with owner/facility staff.
• Understands components and functions of existing mechanical systems being altered or renovated.
• Exercises control over design and production tasks to enable HVAC restoration projects.
• Drafts construction documents and generates specifications for HVAC restoration projects.
• Utilizes in-house estimating tools to create project budgets.
• Assists the sales team with scope reviews and support as needed.
• Creates, maintains, and improves drafting tools and templates.
• Determines the estimated cost of HVAC projects. This includes calculating costs for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and any other expenses associated with the project.
• Ensures a smooth transition from design to project execution, providing technical guidance and insights during and after construction.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
• Engineer Intern (EI) Certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) License is preferred
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of industry-specific experience.
• Experience with construction drafting in AutoCAD.
• EI certification with the ability to obtain a PE license preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office Suite knowledge preferred.
• Experience with a programming language (VBA, C#, etc.) preferred.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms (Pro-Core, E-Builder, iAuditor, etc.) preferred.
• Ability to travel out of state up to 50% of the time.
The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $91,000 and $125,000. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.
Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to: health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, and continuing education.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Executive Head Chef - Multi-Site Venues & Events - Central LondonSalary: £60,000 to £66,000 Location: Central London / Multi-Site Hours: 48 hours per week | Flexibility around events requiredLove being creative with food, but equally enjoy developing teams and driving a business forward?I'm recruiting an experienced Executive Head Chef to take overall culinary responsibility across a prestigious multi-site venue and events operation in Central London.This is a big, varied role covering everything from fresh daytime dining and cafés through to premium hospitality and events. You'll have genuine influence over the food direction, menus, people and commercial performance across the operation.Salary & Benefits
Up to £66,000 salary25 days annual leaveCompany pension schemeEmployee wellbeing supportLife assuranceSeason ticket and travel supportExcellent training and development opportunities
The Operation
Prestigious multi-site London operation.Multiple kitchens and food outlets.Fresh, seasonal food produced in-house.Restaurants, cafés and daytime dining.Premium hospitality and events.Canapés, bowl food, breakfasts, lunches and dinners.Established chef brigade across the portfolio.
The Role
Lead the culinary operation across multiple locations.Develop seasonal menus and new food concepts.Lead and develop Head Chefs, Sous Chefs and kitchen teams.Drive food sales, events revenue and profitability.Manage budgets, GP, labour, stock and wastage.Develop bespoke menus for hospitality and events.Stay visible and hands-on within the kitchens.
About You
Significant multi-site experience at Executive or Head Chef level.Strong fresh-food and seasonal cooking background.Experience across retail dining, hospitality and events.Proven experience developing commercially successful menus.Confident leading and developing large chef teams.Strong financial and operational understanding.Creative, commercially minded and passionate about food.
If you're a multi-site Executive Head Chef looking for a London role where you can genuinely influence the food, develop people and shape a growing operation, this is a brilliant opportunity.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com....Read more...
Key Responsibilities: Being the first point of contact for customers, providing a friendly and professional service.Answering customer calls and emails with a helpful and professional approach.Managing customer bookings and arranging appointments.Communicating with customers throughout their vehicle service journey.Preparing quotes and supporting customers with pricing information.Updating customer details and vehicle information on internal systems.Supporting invoice processing and payment queries.Ordering vehicle parts and liaising with suppliers.Monitoring stock levels and supporting stock management.Managing returns and following company procedures.Keeping accurate records and ensuring information is up to date.Working closely with technicians and the wider team to support smooth operations.Following up with customers after visits to ensure excellent service.Developing knowledge of automotive services and customer care.Supporting the day-to-day running of the front-of-house service team.Training:Teaching and learning the skills, knowledge and behaviours within Business AdministrationTraining Outcome:This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with Stourbridge Automotive Ltd. As you gain experience, develop your skills, and build your knowledge of the business, there will be opportunities to progress into a more senior role within the company, taking on increased responsibilities and further career development.Employer Description:Stourbridge Automotive Ltd provides a high level of service, offering friendly and accurate vehicle advice for Audi, BMW, BMW MINI, Mercedes, Jaguar, Land Rover and Range Rover (JLR group).Originally established in 2010 by Company Director Neil Fellows, a fully trained and qualified BMW and Mercedes Benz technician, felt he could offer a more personal approach, with a better customer service and more competitive prices being the main focus of the business and as an alternative to the dealerships.Using Stourbridge Automotive Ltd as an independent alternative, will allow you to reduce your vehicle maintenance costs whilst still benefiting from the work being carried out to the manufacturers’ service schedules by our qualified and experienced technicians, from new and NOT affecting your warranty through the BLOCK EXEMPTION RULE.We offer a comfortable first floor waiting room, providing complimentary refreshments, together with a viewing window overlooking the workshop and MOT areas, plus a free Wi – fi service is available to all of our customers to browse the internet or work whilst waiting.Stourbridge Automotive Ltd has developed as a business throughout the years, restructuring and introducing new ideas, to keep in line with both our customer and business needs and celebrates its fifteenth year, this year.Working Hours :Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.Skills: Administrative skills,Communication skills,Customer care skills,Driving License,Flexible,Initiative,IT skills,Number skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Sales Skills,Team working....Read more...
Head Chef – Premium Restaurant – Scotland 60k A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to lead the flagship restaurant of a prestigious Scottish restaurant group, with genuine progression to a major new opening.The Role We are seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the flagship restaurant of a prestigious, independently owned Scottish group. This is a high-volume, fast-paced role within a well-respected organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for all kitchen operations, menu development, team leadership, and driving the restaurant towards Rosette accreditation. For the right person, there is a genuine opportunity to progress to a key role in a major new opening in Edinburgh within 6-9 months.The Restaurant
Flagship site of a prestigious Scottish restaurant group.160 covers, 500+ covers on a busy Saturday.Weekly sales: circa £150k.Open kitchen with Josper grill.2 private dining rooms (36 and 50 covers).Fresh food, butchery in-house, fish portioned on site.Semi-open kitchen with prep kitchen at the back.Working towards Rosette accreditation.
The Head Chef Role
Lead a brigade of 15 chefs.Oversee all kitchen operations, menu development, and service delivery.Manage food GP, labour, and compliance targets.Develop and execute seasonal menus with support from the Executive Chef.Drive the restaurant towards Rosette accreditation.Mentor and develop the kitchen team.Work collaboratively with the Executive Chef and Operations team.
The Ideal Head Chef
Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up.High-volume, fresh food background.Experience with Josper grill / open-fire cooking.Strong leadership and team management skills.Commercially aware with good financial acumen.Creative with menu development.Experience in a rosette-level or premium restaurant environment is desirable.Open to relocation to Scotland (or already based in Scotland).
Why Apply
Base salary of £40,000 – £45,000.Performance bonus up to £5,000.Tronc up to £15,000.Total OTE of up to £65,000.Quarterly bonus based on KPIs (food GP, compliance, labour).48-hour contract – overtime rarely needed.4 days on, 3 days off pattern.40% staff discount across all group restaurants.Wellness app – wellbeing, financial, legal, counselling support.Genuine progression to a flagship opening.Relocation support available.Work for a prestigious, independently owned Scottish group
How to Apply If you are a Head Chef with high-volume experience and ready for a new challenge, please send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com....Read more...
Get an early taste of leadership by taking on responsibility for a team of colleagues within a department. Experience all areas of our stores, gaining an overview of its operation and helping to keep our stores running smoothly. Day-to-day tasks that you will be responsible for could include:
Ensuring the store is set up to the best standard to drive sales and continue delivering a great customer experience
Spending time with other colleagues to understand each area of our stores and the part they play
Supporting live business projects to develop project management skills
Learning about our store trading operations and systems
Training:As well as learning on-the-job, you’ll also be studying towards a Bsc (Hons) in Chartered Management at the University of Bradford. Balancing work and a degree course will be challenging, so to support your learning, we'll offer study leave to complete university work stress-free.Training Outcome:At the end of the 3-year scheme, you will be ready for a manager role in one of our sites and have gained a full chartered membership of the CMI (Chartered Management Institute). Employer Description:We're foodmakers and shopkeepers, making good things happen together! Doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues is what drives us at Morrisons. As a team of more than 90,000 people, we work in partnership with communities, suppliers and British farmers to provide outstanding shopping experiences and fresh food from field to fork. Our people make Morrisons, which is why we celebrate diversity and encourage each of our colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. Join us on one of our award-winning Degree Apprenticeship Programmes, and you don't have to worry about university fees. You can start your career while studying towards a degree. We're passionate about delivering excellence and meeting your needs, so we're confident you'll find working at Morrisons rewarding. We celebrate individuals and their achievements. That's why we were awarded the In-House Recruitment Award for Early Careers Initiative in 2025. We've partnered with the University of Bradford to create this unique programme that gives you the chance to work, earn and learn while preparing for a career in management. What makes Morrisons different is that we're one of the UK's leading food manufacturers as well as a retailer. Through Myton Food Group, our manufacturing division, we produce many of the fresh products our customers enjoy every day, from bakery and produce to meat, fish and prepared foods. This gives our apprentices a unique opportunity to see the entire journey from field to fork and gain hands-on experience across one of the most integrated food supply chains in the UK. There are several schemes to choose from, including Corporate, Manufacturing, Retail, Food Technical. All of them are crafted to help you develop by learning on the job, taking responsibility for people and projects, and working towards a fully funded qualification. We also offer a 2-year Finance Apprenticeship designed to help develop your knowledge and financial skills whilst working towards a Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician CIMA qualification. Throughout the programme you'll enjoy getting paid for doing a real role. We'll also look after you with great perks, lots of career opportunities and the training and support you need to be the best you can be. Because together, we all make Morrisons. Working Hours :As the fast-paced world of retail isn’t 9.00am-5.00pm, this role involves early starts, late finishes, night shifts and working weekends and Bank Holidays. It’s hard work for sure. But it’s also very rewarding.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
In your role, you will be accountable for:
Prepare and issue invoices, reminder and exclusion letters and monthly statements
Check and bank cash received from across college
To update income to Open Accounts ensuring that VAT is correctly applied on each category of income
To request and process credit notes where needed on receipt of appropriate authorisation
Create products on the college online store
Undertake credit control through to recommendation for legal action for an agreed range of customers accounts
Work with curriculum areas to resolve customer account issues
Assist in the monitoring of Advanced Learner Loans and Student Loans
Maintain records of any debt collection action taken in the finance system
Liaise with audit teams if required
Work as part of the enrolment team covering finance elements of the process
Open and distribute incoming mail and email on a rota basis
Update job manuals in area of responsibility on a regular basis
Support the Income Manager with ad hoc requests as they arise
Work within the Purchase Ledger function as required, supporting the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payments and related queries
To assist in general finance office cover where required
Build effective working relationships with managers and advise on processes within the postholders remit, to facilitate the best outcomes for the college
Any other duties commensurate with the level of the post that may be required from time to time
There are things that we are all accountable for, whatever your role, these are:
Embedding safeguarding into your/your teams working practices and escalating any safeguarding concerns immediately in line with the college’s safeguarding policy
Embedding Health and Safety best practices and ensuring a safe working environment for everyone within your area of responsibility, according to the Health and Safety at Work Act
Being a champion and advocate for Equality and Diversity throughout college
Behaving in a manner that displays British values
Being committed to reviews of your performance and your own Continuous Professional Development
To be successful in this role you will have the following:
Technical & People Skills/Impact & Influence:
Ability to use initiative and be innovative in resolving issues quickly and decisively
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to handle and prioritise multiple tasks and deadlines
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and to a wide range of audiences
Ability to work well as part of a team
Flexible attitude to work and working hours
Demonstrable record of success in a customer service working environment, and a commitment to providing a first-class service
It would be desirable if you have an understanding of accounting processes, and how the different process streams interact
It would be desirable if you have evidence of working with others to improve practice
College values and behaviours:
Evidence of being able to demonstrate our college values in action:
Kindness
Unity
Excellence
Please take a look at our website for more information on our values.Training:The broad purpose of the occupation is to carry out accounting and finance tasks. These tasks support the creation of items such as financial statements and other data. Their work is carried out under supervision following set procedures for most tasks. Such tasks may include financial data entry, reconciling figures, trial balances, double-entry bookkeeping, handling accounts payable and receivable. The accounts or finance assistant is responsible for assisting accountants with routine duties. These can vary depending on the team structure and size of business. They use digital finance and accounting systems and tools to collate and enter data.
An accounts or finance assistant’s work would include tasks such as financial and accounting data entry and basic bookkeeping duties. They will also work with sales or purchase ledgers. They will run calculations to ensure that records and payments are correct and may be involved in the recording of cash transactions.
All Accounts/Finance Assistants will gather work-based evidence and attend classes to meet the required Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours.
We will be delivering the industry recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technician) Certificate in Accounting Level 2 as part of this apprenticeship standard. This qualification comprises four mandatory units:
Introduction to Bookkeeping
Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
Principles of Costing
The Business Environment
The duration of the apprenticeship is 15-months; to allow confirmation of successful examination results/re-sits as well as completion of the required End Point Assessment.
The two End Point Assessment methods are:
Assessment method 1 - knowledge test - integrated
Assessment method 2 - interview: Structured interview (supported by a portfolio of evidence summary)
As part of your contract of employment completion of the Apprenticeship Training Programme forms part of your duties as well as helping your personal and professional development; the requirements to complete the programme are as follows:
Attend and be punctual for all induction session, lessons, work-based training/support sessions
Complete all required assignments by the required timeline.
Build up your portfolio of evidence on-going
Access support from tutor/assessor/manager as and when required
Training Outcome:Whilst there will be no guarantee of a substantive position with the college at the end of the period, the college will guide, support and encourage suitable apprentices to apply for appropriate vacancies as and when they arise.
The college has a very good record of supporting workers through in-house apprenticeships, and many apprentices have secured employment with the college beyond their apprenticeship.
There may be a full-time position for the candidate to apply for, subject to successful completion of the apprenticeship and employment targets.Employer Description:Our mission is creating opportunities, changing lives and this is at the heart of everything we do. The college has a common set of values for both students and staff: Kindness, Unity and Excellence, and they define how we behave and interact with each other. Kirklees College is a uniquely vocational college whose student community reflects the diversity of the local area. We offer inspirational teaching in industry standard, state-of-the-art facilities and ensure curriculum is developed with employers to enable students to progress. At Kirklees College we aim to foster an honest and compassionate approach to ourselves, our people and environment, develop a shared purpose across our community, and set a culture of high aspiration, expectation and success. We strive to be ahead of the curve in our approach to teaching and learning and be a first-choice provider for students and industry alike. With over 10,000 students on full-time and part-time courses, and apprenticeships, we provide seven bespoke centres across the Kirklees region, from two main centres based in Dewsbury and Huddersfield, and dedicated learning centres for Animal Care, Construction, Engineering, Process Manufacturing and Higher Education.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday - 8.30am until 5pm, Friday 8.30am until 4.30pm. Predominantly based at Waterfront Centre with requirement to travel to other sites.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,Microsoft Office....Read more...