Accounts Payable Clerk Apprentice (36259)

To process Accounts Payable (AP) transactions and support the AP Supervisor to maintain an accurate AP ledger at all times.

Key responsibilities:

AP Processing:

AP Document logging, scanning and distributing to approvers AP document filing after approval Assist the AP Supervisor with the approving of documents on the system and apply the correct GL code/division Minimise unallocated cash ensuring that direct debit and all other documents are processed in timely manner AP Ledger Supplier Statement reconciliations Prepare payment runs initially for non-stock UK based suppliers Customer and supplier communication/relationship management - UK suppliers Resolve supplier account queries daily Establish and maintain good rapport with all suppliers Interact with other members of finance department and other departments within OSC Employee expenses and company credit card processing Coding actual expenditure to nominal ledger codes in line with the company's coding structure VAT analysis from the receipts submitted and ensuring that all receipts have been submitted Uploading processed expenses onto the ledger via a GJ entry Reconciling employee expenses and company credit card control accounts Preparing/distributing weekly unapproved invoices reports Prepare and distribute unapproved purchase invoices reports to relevant approvers Prepare statistical info by user and chase approvers for long outstanding purchase invoices Liaise with approvers on any queries on long outstanding Purchase invoices

Other:

Support the costing function within the finance department during seasonal peaks if required Support to management accountant and director of finance and Ops as and when required To take responsibility for contributing to own training and development

Measures of success/KPI’s:

Timely and accurate performance of key responsibilities Building and maintaining constructive relationships with all stakeholders and colleagues

How you will be supported:

Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role

What will happen next:

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team.

You will then have the opportunity to find out:

More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for Any training you need to complete

What the next steps will be

How you could get there:

If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take

Training:
Full apprenticeship training provided, working towards an Intermediate Level Apprenticeship gaining a Level 2 AAT Accounting qualification

Training Outcome:
Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Outdoor and Sports Company are a group of outdoor brands. Brands include • Mountain Equipment has been making some of the finest mountain clothing and equipment in the world since 1961. We believe in what we do; we design, test and build with passion and commitment because we know that our products are depended upon in some of the most demanding conditions on earth. • Dr Ron Hill MBE founded the brand in September 1970. Ronhill is proud of our founder and the heritage he has allowed. His lifelong passion of running and improvement is shared within the team and products we produce today. With 50 years of retrospect, Ronhill has benefited from the experiential learning and change that has occurred within running – from its sporting roots, to a lifestyle and universal culture. • In 1974, above a laundrette in Chorlton, Greater Manchester, two lads with a little bit of cash in their back pockets set about making functional and affordable 4oz PU coated Nylon cagoules for the sailing market – Sprayway was born.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 9.00am - 5.30pm, Friday, 9.00am - 4.15pm. 45 with min unpaid lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Accuracy,Methodical,Meticulous,Assertiveness,Persuasive,Knowledge of ERP packages,Reliable,Enthusiastic,Personable,Honesty,Integrity,Proactive,Flexible,A sense of humour