Finance Assistant Apprentice – Level 3/4

Full job description

A fantastic opportunity has been created in our Head Office! Are you good with numbers, have strong attention to detail, and possess an analytical mindset? Have you already completed your AAT Level 2 or Level 3 and looking to continue your studies and gain some industry experience? Then apply today without delay! This role is for someone who wishes to have an exciting position in an award-winning business. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive financial support to all JLES regions. You will be working with a young, dynamic, and enthusiastic team. At JLES, we like to reward our staff with work events, birthdays off, private healthcare, and much more! You will be completing a Level 3 or 4 Apprenticeship in AAT with our full support. JLES will help you achieve all your goals and further your education. As part of your Apprenticeship, you will have quarterly meetings with your manager to review your progress, with opportunities for salary increases! Training will be provided; experience is not essential. JLES is proud to have been recognized for our commitment to our apprentices by being awarded a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer in the UK. With us, your development opportunities are endless.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Entering purchase invoices on to accounting system (Sage50).
• Issuing of order numbers.
• Answering queries and calls from suppliers.
• Processing of periodic payment runs.
• Quarterly preparation of VAT returns.
• Production of Sales Invoices.
• Assisting with Credit Control.
• Issuing of client statements.
• Contributing to financial information reports, monthly/quarterly & yearly.
• Completing and issuing weekly cashflows.
• Completing weekly bank reconciliations.
• Reconciliation of purchase invoices against purchase orders.
• Assisting with the credit card and personal expenses of the business.
• Completing petty cash reconciliations.

Environment and Working Hours

• The office is an open plan environment.
• Company office hours are 8.30 am until 5.00 pm (4:30pm on Fridays)

Person Requirements:

• GCSE English & Maths (A-C or 4-9)
• Level 2 AAT (required)
• Level 3 AAT (Not essential)
• Excellent numerical skills
• Systematic and meticulous
• Familiar with Sage 50 accounts (Not essential)
• Good computer skills
• Clear communicator
• Ability to work independently on task.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Organised and Structured work ethic

Do You Show?

• Friendly
• Professional
• Presentable
• Passionate & self-motivated

Application Instructions:

If you think you meet the criteria, then please send your CV to: apprenticeships@jlesgroup.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Pay: From £13,312.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Licence/Certification:

• UK Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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