Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship - Level 2

e-Careers Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing company as an Assistant Accounts Apprentice and kickstart your career in finance! This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting while working towards a Level 2 AAT Certificate. You'll be part of a dynamic team, supporting financial operations and learning essential skills in a friendly environment. With a structured apprenticeship program, dedicated coaching, and the potential for career advancement, this role is perfect for those looking to make a mark in the finance industry. If you're self-motivated and eager to learn, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Potential to advance into a Finance Assistant role

Gain a Level 2 AAT Certificate in Accounting

Structured apprenticeship program

Hands-on experience with accounting systems

Dedicated Skills Coach and AAT Tutor

Friendly work environment

Potential to receive promotional merchandise

Competitive apprenticeship salary

Christmas shutdown

On-site parking

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths required at grade 5/C or above.
• Some office/admin experience is desired but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support financial operations by checking payments and invoices.
• Manage refunds and assist with credit control tasks.
• Liaise with suppliers and handle administrative duties.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Self-motivated

Proactive attitude

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths

Tools

Xero

Job description

Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship - Level 2

The apprenticeship:
Qualification: Accounts Assistant Level 2
Duration: 15 months
A rapidly growing company revolutionising branded merchandise sourcing is looking for an Assistant Accounts Apprentice to join their team. They are setting a new standard in the industry by making promotional product sourcing easier, faster, and more cost-effective. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a dynamic and supportive environment while gaining valuable accounting experience.

The role:
Possible start date: ASAP
Monday to Friday - 0900 - 1730
Total working hours: 37.5
As an Assistant Accounts Apprentice, you will play a vital role in supporting the financial operations of The Branded Company. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting and finance while working towards a recognised qualification in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Check for payments that are coming into the company accounts.
• Check invoices and cross-check against the system to make sure they match - check for discrepancies.
• Excel, working and recording payments, expenses and checking invoices.
• Liaising with suppliers, checking payments and remittances.
• Dealing with deliveries and post out with a courier.
• Ad hoc administrative tasks, supporting the credit control function.
• Managing refunds - when trained.
• Dealing with the directors' expenses (Personal and business/company).
• Tasks that need Xero (sending and publishing invoices via Xero).
• Dealing with supplier forms etc.

Requirements

What We're Looking For:

• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Patience and a methodical approach to tasks
• Good numerical skills
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude
• Ability to manage fluctuations in workload and stay engaged during quieter periods

Qualifications and Experience:

• GCSE or equivalent English and Maths grade 5/C or above
• UK Residency (MUST have lived in the UK for 3 years+)
• Some office/admin experience (Desired)

Benefits

• Potential to advance into a Finance Assistant role with a salary increase.
• Gain a Level 2 AAT Certificate in Accounting.
• Structured apprenticeship program with on-the-job training and support.
• Hands-on experience with accounting systems and financial processes.
• Dedicated Skills Coach and AAT Tutor for personalised guidance.
• A friendly and welcoming work environment within the UK's largest selection of branded promotional products.
• Potential to receive promotional merchandise from suppliers.
• Competitive apprenticeship salary.
• Christmas shutdown for a well-deserved break.
• On-site parking.
• Pay rise.