Assistant Accountant Apprentice (IP Exchange)

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Manchester; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Assistant Accountant Apprentice. This role offers hands-on experience in finance, focusing on billing management, purchase ledger maintenance, and financial queries. Candidates will gain valuable skills and training, preparing them for a successful career in finance and business.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (A*-C/9-4 or equivalent).
• Other relevant qualifications and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in updating and maintaining billing data.
• Support processing purchase invoices and resolving discrepancies.
• Act as the first point of contact for finance-related queries.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Basic Excel

Basic Outlook

Proactivity

Collaboration

IT skills

Confidentiality

Education

5 GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

Assistant Accountant Apprentice (IP Exchange)

Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support our finance department. This role involves ensuring smooth financial processes, updating billing systems, managing the purchase ledger, handling queries, and supporting purchasing activities.

Wage
£13,741 a year
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£13,741 - £14,000

Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed
35 hours a week

Start date
Monday 30 June 2025

Duration
1 year 6 months

Positions available
1

Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working, gaining hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

As part of a dynamic and growing company, IPEX offers the chance to gain an in-depth understanding of how a finance department operates through practical experience. This opportunity prepares the right candidate for a promising future in finance and business.

Responsibilities

• Billing System Management: Assist in updating and maintaining billing data, making adjustments, verifying accuracy, troubleshooting discrepancies, and supporting financial reporting related to billing.
• Purchase Ledger Maintenance: Support processing purchase invoices, matching invoices with purchase orders, resolving discrepancies, ensuring ledger accuracy, and liaising with suppliers.
• Handling Financial Queries: Act as the first point of contact for finance-related queries, resolve discrepancies, and collaborate to improve processes.
• Support in Purchasing: Assist procurement activities, maintain records, analyze supplier costs, and help reduce hardware purchase costs.

Where you'll work

Ground Floor, Statham House, Talbot Road, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0FP

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from work for specialist training, leading to professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

BPP PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION LIMITED

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

What you'll learn

• Assist with financial data inquiries, record and analyze data, apply double-entry bookkeeping, assist in preparing accounts, reconcile data, resolve transactional issues, develop stakeholder relationships, communicate financial info clearly, utilize digital tools, and maintain data security.

Your training plan

Delivered virtually by experienced trainers, focusing on real-world skills using modern technology, with coaching and guidance throughout.

Requirements

Essential qualifications: 5 GCSEs including English and Maths (A*-C/9-4 or equivalent). Other relevant qualifications and experience may be considered.

Skills: Communication, attention to detail, organization, basic Excel and Outlook, English language, proactivity, initiative, collaboration, telephone manner, IT skills, confidentiality.

About this company

Based in Manchester, IPEX is a forward-thinking telecommunications firm committed to innovation and reliability, blending local expertise with global ambitions, dedicated to building connections and safeguarding networks.

After this apprenticeship

Opportunities for career development, gaining broad experience in finance and business, especially in a small company environment.

Contact

Raymond Duke
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]
Reference: VAC1000320685

Apply by Monday 23 June 2025. Apply via GOV.UK One Login.