Assistant Accountant Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent specialist provider is seeking an Accounting Assistant in Rotherham to manage financial transactions and maintain records. This full-time apprenticeship offers hands-on training through Barnsley College. The role includes invoice processing, reconciliations, and supplier relationship management. Ideal candidates should possess GCSEs in English and Maths and have strong communication and IT skills. The starting wage is £14,918.80, with potential increases based on age and apprenticeship term.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE in English and Maths with a grade of 4 to 9.
• Desirable to have a qualification in Accounting.
• Share other relevant qualifications and industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of purchase invoices and payments.
• Reconcile all transactions for accuracy.
• Process invoices from suppliers.
• Act as a point of contact for suppliers.
• Manage petty cash and issue reimbursements.
• Produce and distribute financial reports.
• Communicate with other departments regarding purchases.
• Track outstanding invoices and ensure timely payments.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE in English and Maths (Grade 4 - 9)

Other in Accounting (Grade Pass)

Job description

Overview

Reflex Systems Ltd are looking for an Accounting Assistant to manage all financial transactions related to the Company's purchases of goods and services, maintaining accurate records and meeting the needs of the department. An excellent opportunity to take the next step in your Accountancy career.

Wage and benefits

Wage: £14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age. National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices. Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab).

Training course: Assistant accountant (level 3).

Hours and start

• Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm (1 hour lunch). 37 hours 30 minutes per week.
• Start date: Monday 29 September 2025.
• Duration: 1 year 5 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

• Financial Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate and up to date records of purchase invoices and payments. This includes data entry and filing.
• Bank & Credit Card reconciliation: Reconcile all transactions and identify any issues or request backup documents and invoices.
• Invoice Processing: Receiving and recording invoices from suppliers. This involves obtaining dual authorisation signatures from members of staff that are authorised to raise purchase and works orders and the department manager responsible for the delivery of the works.
• Supplier Relationship management: Acting as a point of contact for suppliers, handling queries, and resolving discrepancies related to invoices and payments.
• Reconciliation of Supplier Statements: Comparing supplier statements to the Company\'s records to ensure accuracy. Resolve any issues to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Petty Cash: Manage petty cash by issuing reimbursement for purchases with a valid receipt, adhering to the Company\'s procedure. Maintain the petty cash ledger and reconcile at each month end, balancing to the physical count.
• Producing Reports: Produce and distribute reports for the department as required by the Company Accountant. This includes Debtors, Creditors, Timesheets, Cash Flow etc.
• Liaising with other departments: Communicating with other departments within the Company regarding purchase-related matters.
• Credit Control: Track outstanding invoices to ensure that payments are received on time; Chase payments when late and take the appropriate action to recover monies as directed by the Company Accountant; Resolve payment disputes where possible, escalating to the Company Accountant where appropriate and in line with the procedure.
• Receipt of goods in: Check delivery documentation, verifying delivery notes against purchase orders to confirm accuracy; Ensure the safe and efficient unloading of goods from delivery vehicles, using the pallet truck where necessary; Inspect received goods for any damage during transit and documenting any issues; Ensure that the quantity and quality of received goods match the order and specifications. Accurately record the receipt of goods in SimPRO.
• Repairs / Returns (RMA\'s): Prepare goods for return, making sure all documentation is completed.
• Check open PO\'s: At the end of each Week/Month, check what POs are open and see if any have been received. This will mainly be ones delivered to site and will need to be checked with the engineer. This can then be receipted in on SimPro so we capture the correct costs onto the job.
• Stock takes: Assist the Procurement & Materials Coordinator carry out a stock count of all items in dedicated warehouses; Accurately record the quantity of each item, using tools such as stock report sheets; Input stock count after the stock count has been approved by the Company Accountant to ensure that the computer stock system carries accurate stock numbers.

Where you\'ll work

REFLEX HOUSE
LOWTON WAY
HELLABY
ROTHERHAM
S66 8RY

Training

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

Training provider

BARNSLEY COLLEGE

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

What you\'ll learn

• Assist with the investigation 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 escalate 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 varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
• Assist with the investigation 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 escalate 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 varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

Training schedule

• Your apprenticeship training will take place \'in house\', with Tutor contact once per week via Microsoft Teams
• There will be additional professional development learning sessions that you will be invited to, with subject specialist Tutors

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in: English and Maths (grade Grade 4 - 9 (A - C)).

Desirable qualifications

Other in: Accounting (grade Pass).

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
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

About this employer

Leading independent specialist providing security, safety, asset protection and building management solutions and associated applications. With our network of fully qualified and accredited engineering personnel, we provide national coverage, supporting medium and large scale businesses meet their security and life safety requirements.

reflexsystems.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

• This is a great chance to learn on the job, as part of a small close knit team and expand your Accountancy skills and knowledge
• A chance of progression for the right individual

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is: BARNSLEY COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000339164.

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Closes in 14 days (Monday 15 September 2025 at 11:59pm)

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