Finance Assistant Apprentice

Working as a member of the finance team to cover all operational finance processes and regular tasks, taking ownership of partner and customer payment processes. Contribute significantly to the integration of the UK and German-based finance teams into one efficient team. Ensure data is recorded accurately and timely into our financial systems and is shared with our external bookkeepers in order to meet month-end deadlines. Record and monitor purchase ledger transactions, ensuring all suppliers are paid within agreed terms. Process International payments to our local tour-operators (LTO) worldwide with agreed terms. Monitor, forward and respond to emails received in the finance inbox. Evaluate and suggest opportunities for process efficiencies and savings. Complete ad-hoc reporting and tasks, both financial and non-financial, as required by the business. Provide holiday cover for the team as required. Provide the stable foundation for TravelLocal to combine and confidently grow to meet their ambitious objectives. Be part of an international team and speak fluent English with good German language skills being advantageous but not essential.

Training:

Training and Qualification Level.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Accounts or Finance Assistant Level 2. Maintaining an efficient and accurate finance function within a business. City of Bristol College (College Green). Day Release.

Training Outcome:

Full-time employment and further career development opportunities.

Employer Description:
TravelLocal is one of the most significant online marketplaces for tailor-made travel, with a strong presence in both English and German language markets. With customers in more than 100 origin countries and partners in nearly 100 destination countries, we are using technology to reimagine this sector, pioneering the “buy local” movement in travel.

Working Hours :
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9am to 4:30pm. 30 minute break. (Wednesday in college). To work from our Bristol office Monday, Tuesday & Thursday. Friday WFH. Once onboarded fully, more WFH is possible.

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,Creative,Initiative,Good communicator,Reliable,Ambitious,Problem Solver,Flexible approach to work,Previous office experience,Microsoft office knowledge