Apprentice Finance Assistant

SARAS TECHNOLOGY LIMITED; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SARAS Technology Limited, a leading manufacturer in RF technology, seeks a Finance Assistant to support the Financial Controller. This opportunity is ideal for those studying accounting and looking to advance to an assistant accountant position while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records and processing transactions, with the potential for career growth within the Finance Department.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Potential career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail for maintaining financial records.
• Studying for an accounting qualification to progress in finance.
• Ability to process transactions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update financial records ensuring accuracy.
• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Assist with preparation of financial reports and statements.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Studying for accounting qualification

Tools

MRP software

Job description

From our HQ in Leeds, England, our sound and thriving business is proud to design and manufacture thousands of high performance, custom products for a vast array of applications across the world. Committed to the finest products and service, SARAS Technology is driven by principles shared by every team member, whatever their role. SARAS is a privately owned reputable and established SME company and one of the UKs leading designers and manufacturers of RF amplifiers, filters and sub-systems supplying our products to a world-wide customer base. We offer all our employees a supportive working environment in which our employees can grow and develop their skills.

The role is also an integral part of the companys succession planning and it is anticipated that the successful candidate will develop in due course to potentially head the Finance Department, in years to come.

Due to our continued growth and expansion we are seeking an ambitious Finance Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is studying for their accounting qualification who wants to progress into an assistant accountant. You will report into the Financial Controller. The role is also an integral part of the Companys succession planning and it is anticipated that the successful candidate will develop in due course to potentially head the Finance Department.

As Finance Assistant you will play a vital role in supporting both the Senior Management Team and the wider team by delivering high quality financial information. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a manufacturing company setting and to further your career in accounting.

Main Responsibilities

Maintain and update financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, including verifying invoices & coding
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Assist in the preparation of payment runs
• Sales ledger invoice creation
• Processing expense claims
• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Assist with month-end duties, including accruals and prepayments
• Assist in the preparation of financial reports and statements as required
• Collaborate with other departments to collect necessary information for financial reporting
• Maintenance of supplier and customer databases
• Preparation of delivery and export documentation
• Support any ad-hoc business operations
• Become familiar with all aspects of our MRP software
  
  

This job description is current at the date shown, but, in consultation with you, may be changed at any time to reflect or anticipate changes in the job role.

Classroom delivery one day a week via Zoom Live Classroom Delivery.

37.5 hours per week (early finish on Friday)- however if you are in classroom delivery on this day, this will be 4.15pm. Mon Thu 08:30 17:00 Fri 08:30 14:30.

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