Finance Officer Apprentice

To gain work experience supporting Finance in a wide range of duties in order to support the Council – including the income recovery and supplier payment functions To input data and retrieve information from various computer systems as required To assist with day-to-day queries from budget holders and other internal officers. To assist with preparing quarterly budget monitoring spreadsheets for the Lead Accountants Personally deal with incoming and outgoing emails and telephone calls where possible, referring others to appropriate officers for action Preparing financial journals for input, including allocation of gas, electric and water costs and other internal recharges To undertake reconciliation work as required, e.g. car park income To assist with external audit liaison and data gathering as required Such other duties as may be required from time to time.

Training:
You will work towards either your Level 2 or Level 3 Accounts Assistant qualification across a total duration of 17 months! Training provider: LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/  All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!

Training Outcome:

Future opportunities for progression.

Employer Description:
Exeter City Council is a local authority providing a wide range of public services to the residents of Exeter. These services include housing, planning, council tax, and various community support initiatives

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, 37 hours per week

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