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Finance Apprentice Avenir Global

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a Level 3 apprenticeship with Avenir Global and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst working towards the AAT Level 3 qualification.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 28 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £21,000.00

  • Working week

    37 hours 7.5 hours Mon -Thurs 7 hours Fri Flexible around core 10am-4pm

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    15 Weeks

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    18 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000064121

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The Finance Apprentice is a role in the Avenir Finance team provides the candidate with a good first step into the world of Finance.

They will assisting different functions in the team with the view of obtaining wide exposure.

There would be significant career growth for motivated candidates. This role will encompass different Avenir brands and will be part of a team of 10, reporting directly to the Reporting Accountant.


Duties in this role will include:

Supporting the AR (Accounts Receivable) team:

  • Opening jobs in Maconomy subject to approval process.
  • Preparing billing summaries.
  • Raising invoices.
  • Posting invoices in company portals.

Supporting the AP (Accounts Payable) team:

  • Posting invoice into Kanbina.
  • Process staff expenses and credit cards statements.
  • Respond timely to internal & external queries.
  • Any ad-hoc requirements.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3. This level is ideal for existing staff or new talent in an accounting or finance role. Their work could include assisting in the day to day financial activities such as data entry to month end management accounts and/or year-end financial statements.You will be studying the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. You will study 5 units:

Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS). Management Accounting Techniques (MATS). Tax Processes for Business (TPFB). Business Awareness (BUAW). Advanced Synoptic Assessment (ADSY) which forms part of your End Point Assessment. Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons, Live Online sessions or OnDemand. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate 20% of your time towards it.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Progression within the finance team for suitable candidates.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 4/C - 9/A*) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C - 9/A*) Essential

Things to consider

Benefits Include: 25 days holiday. Employer pension contribution. Private medical insurance (for you and your family). Death in Service. Critical Illness. Income Protection. Travel insurance (for you and your family). An annual ‘wellness’ benefit after one year’s service. Paid sabbaticals after 5 years’ service. *Benefits are contingent on successful completion of probation period*.

About the employer

AVENIR GLOBAL is a Montreal-based holding and management company with an active operations mindsetand a hands-on approach to all its investments. A global powerhouse of specialist communications firms, AVENIR GLOBAL has 1,000 staff and offices in22?locations across Canada, the U.S, Europe and the Middle East, and ranks among the top 15 largest communication firms in the world.

Employer

Avenir Global

Address

Riverside House

London

SE1 9HA

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Training

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Assistant accountant

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 28 Aug 2022