Apprentice Accounts Assistant

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Worksop; In loco; GBP 16.000 - 25.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Irizar UK invites applications for an Accounts Apprentice in the UK. You will support the Accounts Manager, processing invoices, maintaining records and handling day-to-day accounting tasks while studying for the Level 3 Assistant Accountant apprenticeship.

Work will be on-site at multiple locations including Blyth and Worksop, with a ~37.5 hour week Monday–Friday and a start date in early January 2027. Training is provided by DN Colleges Group at partner colleges.

Competenze

• English and Maths GCSE grade 4 or higher.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn accounting basics.
• Eligible for apprenticeship and able to travel to work and college.

Mansioni

• Assist with processing purchase invoices and credit notes, checking details and obtaining approvals.
• Support the preparation of sales invoices and the recording of customer receipts.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, spreadsheets and electronic filing systems.
• Help prepare payment information and process expense records.
• Respond to routine accounts queries from colleagues, customers and suppliers, escalating queries where appropriate.
• Support month-end activities.
• Handle confidential financial information and follow data protection procedures.
• Participate in apprenticeship learning, complete coursework and attend progress reviews.
• Undertake other accounts administration tasks appropriate to the role as competence develops.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Number skills

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Formazione

English GCSE grade 4

Maths GCSE grade 4

Descrizione del lavoro

Summary

Kick-start your career at Irizar UK as an Accounts Apprentice! Support the Accounts Manager with the day-to-day running of Irizar's accounts department while developing practical accounting knowledge and skills through an apprenticeship with the opportunity to develop towards an Assistant Accountant role as your experience progresses.

Wage

£15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

Minimum wage rates

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8.30 am until 5 pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 4 January 2027

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you'll do at work

• Assist with processing purchase invoices and credit notes, checking details and obtaining the appropriate approvals.
• Support the preparation of sales invoices and the accurate recording of customer receipts.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, spreadsheets and electronic filing systems.
• Help prepare payment information and process expense records.
• Respond to routine accounts queries from colleagues, customers and suppliers, escalating queries where appropriate.
• Support month-end activities.
• Handle financial and business information confidentially and follow company procedures for data protection and record keeping.
• Participate in apprenticeship learning, complete agreed coursework and assessments, and attend training and progress reviews.
• Undertake other reasonable accounts administration tasks appropriate to the role and level of training, taking on more complex work as competence develops.

Where you'll work

• SYMMETRY PARK
• SYMMETRY WAY
• BLYTH
• WORKSOP
• S81 8PU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

DN COLLEGES GROUP

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels

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What you'll learn

• Assist with the investigation of, and response to, financial information queries.
• Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes.
• Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements, and report financial information to users of accounts.
• Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
• Reconcile financial data, such as preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
• Investigate, resolve, or elevate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Communicate financial information in a way that non‑finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
• Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
• Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
• Communicate using a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
• Assist with the investigation of, and response to, financial information queries.
• Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes.
• Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements, and report financial information to users of accounts.
• Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
• Reconcile financial data, such as preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
• Investigate, resolve, or elevate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Communicate financial information in a way that non‑finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
• Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
• Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
• Communicate using a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

Training schedule

Training will be at North Lindsey College or Doncaster College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer.

Day release.

You will undertake the Level 3 Accounts Assistant standard.

You will undertake both on and off‑the‑job training by a team of industry qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge and experience that will help you become an accountant of the future!

Requirements

Essential qualifications

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Other requirements

You must be able to travel to and from work and college within a reasonable time. A full driving licence would be desirable.

Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide is updated every April (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

We need to ask all applicants whether they have any relevant criminal convictions and or pending investigation as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Relevant meaning offences against a person, whether violent or sexual, offences involving drugs or controlled substances, or theft. A declaration of a relevant Criminal Conviction will result in a Risk Assessment being carried out to determine whether the applicant poses a risk to the welfare or safety of others. This does not include warnings, cautions, reprimands and (for example) speeding fines/points. A YES ANSWER DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY EXCLUDE YOUR APPLICATION.

About this employer

Irizar UK is the UK subsidiary of the internationally recognised Irizar Group, a leading manufacturer of coaches, buses and sustainable mobility solutions with a global presence. Irizar designs and manufactures innovative, high‑quality vehicles and is committed to delivering excellence in safety, reliability, customer service and sustainability.

Based in Blyth, Nottinghamshire, Irizar UK supports customers across the UK through vehicle sales, aftersales support, warranty services, technical assistance and genuine parts supply. The business has recently invested in a new UK headquarters to support continued growth and enhance customer service capabilities. At Irizar UK, our people are encouraged to share ideas, work collaboratively and continually develop their skills. We are passionate about putting our customers first and creating opportunities for employees to build rewarding, long‑term careers in a supportive and forward‑thinking environment.

https://irizar.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long‑term health condition. This includes non‑visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You'll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Opportunity to develop towards Assistant Accountant as training and experience progress; progression arrangements to be agreed.

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DN COLLEGES GROUP

Stacey Stubbs

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The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000061537.