Finance Apprentice

Finance System & Sales Ledger Support:

Support finance system implementation, training and process improvements. Manage customer accounts, invoicing, income processing, payment receipts and record maintenance.

Credit Control & Customer Service:

Monitor outstanding balances, contact customers regarding overdue payments, resolve account enquiries, produce statements and maintain accurate communication records.

Financial Controls & Reporting:

Process income, reconcile records, prepare debtor reports, support stock takes, audits and monthly reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Team & Compliance:

Provide administrative support, complete apprenticeship requirements, develop finance system skills, and ensure compliance with financial regulations, GDPR, health & safety, confidentiality and equality policies.

Training:

The successful candidate will undertake the Accounts/Finance Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship leading to the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting through Access Training Ltd, Gateshead.  
 
Training will normally be provided on a day release basis. Subject to successful completion, satisfactory performance and organisational requirements, there may be an opportunity to progress onto the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship (AAT Level 3) and continue a career within the Finance Team. 
 

Training Outcome:

The role provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical accounting, customer service and administration skills within a busy Finance Department and build a foundation for a future career in finance.

Employer Description:

The Age UK North Tyneside Group was established in 1972 and has grown to become one of the largest local voluntary organisations in the borough. We have over 350 staff and 20 volunteers providing a wide range of services for older people in North Tyneside.

Caring - we display kindness, empathy, and compassion
Empowering - we invest in people and build confidence 
Inclusive - we engage, involve, and collaborate to achieve more
Bold - we welcome challenges with confidence 
Proactive - we inspire people to be well motivated, high performing, and flexible 
Diligent - we are responsible, open, honest, and truthful
Respectful - we always consider people’s feelings, rights, and wishes 

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm with an hour lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative