AAT Finance Apprentice

Job duties include:

Processing sales invoices and sales ledger tasks Processing purchase invoices and purchase ledger tasks Bank Reconciliations and postings Journal Input Ticket Checking Answering phone calls and responding to e-mail queries Statement Reconciliations Filing Assisting other team members where needed Working on Excel, Word, Sage 200 and Weighsoft Month End tasks and reconciliations as required Creation of New Supplier Accounts Matching Tickets to Invoices

Training:
Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level You’ll learn complex accounting techniques, and master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4 To pass this level you’ll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you’ll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all of the other units you’ve studied at this level

The area you will cover include:

Advanced Bookkeeping Final Accounts Preparation Management Accounting: Costing Indirect Tax Advanced Synoptic Assessment

The Apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be a successful Assistant Accountant, this includes, Business Awareness, Ethics, Communication, Embracing Change and Problem Solving. Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take End Point Assessment.

The Knowledge areas of the standard will typically be covered through completion of the AAT qualification.

Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.

Training Outcome:
With this apprenticeship, you can expect continued employment and excellent developmental and progression opportunities within our the finance team within the group We would encourage the successful candidate to go on to complete further finance qualifications to progress within their career

Employer Description:
Ashcourt Group is a family-run organisation and a leading supplier of construction materials and waste management solutions. Since the group’s inception in 2012, we have expanded significantly through organic growth and a number of strategic acquisitions. To date, the company has just over 1,200 employees and operates across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the North East, with plans to expand nationally. We currently have several aggregate outlets, six ready-mix concrete plants, multiple wash plants and other recycling facilities, and have a fleet in excess of 220 HGVs out on the roads daily, servicing our customers across the construction industry.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm (can be discussed)

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Problem solving skills,IT skills