Apprentice Accounts Assistant

The successful candidate could have already have achieved an entry level accounts or bookkeeping qualification, or have a strong interest in the accountancy route as a continuing profession.

The successful candidate will support a range of finance and administrative tasks, including processing invoices, maintaining financial records, assisting with accounts administration, and providing general support to the finance department.

We are seeking someone with good numerical skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and develop within a busy office environment.

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including processing invoices, journals, accruals, and prepayments in accordance with company procedures. Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes, including account reconciliations and the preparation of management reports. Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring suppliers are paid on time, and customer payments are accurately recorded. Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, analysing variances, and providing information to management. Assist with audit preparation, VAT returns, and compliance activities, ensuring financial information is complete, accurate, and submitted within required deadlines.

 

Training:
The apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in L3 Assistant Accountant. The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course. This is a Day Release programme, which means you will attend Lincoln College, one day a week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours. There may also be some online learning involved in this apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice may progress into a permanent Accounts Assistant role. With further experience and professional qualifications, they could develop into positions such as Assistant Accountant or Management Accountant. The business may also support progression onto higher-level accounting qualifications and apprenticeships.

Employer Description:

Clements Young Limited - a local recruitment service for the Construction and Aviation industry offering staff recruitment and associated services. Our Leadership Team has over 90 years of construction related recruitment experience and work tirelessly to ensure the services we provide represents value to clients and candidates alike. We’re here to provide a turnkey consultancy service in its truest form and offer advice on all related employment matters within the construction environment

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8.30am – 16.30pm (1 hr for lunch).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Patience