Finance Apprentice (Norwegian Log Buildings Ltd)

The Finance Apprentice reports to the Finance manager.

In this role you will be expected to:

Assist the Finance Manager with the production of monthly management accounts. Supporting the Accounts Assistant with both Accounts Payable & Receivable.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable

Support the accounts assistant with:

Processing of supplier invoices either directly on Xero or through Buildertrend. Ensuring supplier accounts are kept up to date paid on time. Sending remittances to suppliers.

Accounts Receivable

Work with contract managers ensuring invoices are raised in a timely manner. Raising invoices either through Buildertrend or directly on Xero. Distributing invoices to customers. Following up on overdue invoices. Confirming to customers when funds have been received and providing updated statement. Ensuring the customer accounts are up to date on Xero.

Customer Service

Ensure that customer service is maintained to the highest standard at all times through the efficient and polite handling of telephone calls. Customer liaison ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction are achieved. Manage a fluctuating workload, ensuring that accuracy is maintained at a high level.

Other Duties

Open, date stamp and process days post. Prepare monthly VAT and CIS returns for review and submission. Assist with Office of National Statistics surveys. Assisting Finance Manager with monthly reporting and reconciliations. To be responsible for the health and safety of self and others.

Contribute to Company Development

Maintain lines of communication with other departments to help the synergy of the business. Work as part of a team, both within the department and across Norwegian Log. Make the Finance Manager aware of any new procedures which you think would benefit the company or its employees.

The list of job duties within this description is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post.

Training Outcome:

With a small team we are able to provide hands on experience for most of what will be covered on the AAT syllabus, once the learning has finished if there is a role available we would consider keeping the apprentice on. If not we are confident you will have the experience to get your next role in finance.

Employer Description:
Employer Description: We provide a premium log building product range, bespoke design, and exceptional customer service. Our Timeless Traditional and Stylish Contemporary ranges are adapted for a variety of uses, including granny annexes, garden buildings, log homes and cabins, holiday cabins and much more.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Numeracy skills,Microsoft Excel skills,Clear & concise communication,Able to work in a calm manner,Able to work deadlines,Able to prioritise workload,Customer service,Flexible & adaptable