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Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship YAPPY LTD

This is a ‘pawesome’ opportunity to join a forward-thinking start-up dedicated to all things dogs and cats. Yappy.com is changing the way dog and cat lovers shop for their companions. We're looking for a self-starting highly motivated person ambitious to further their career in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

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Closing date: 19 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,379.50 to £18,525.00

    - Competitive above-minimum wage salary may be offered based on experience

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    12 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    27 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000069739

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The successful candidate must have a keen eye for detail, be able to organise and prioritise their workload, with a can-do attitude, and a naturally inquiring mind. The successful candidate must hold the desire and drive to learn and progress. In return, their AAT studies will be completely supported through an apprenticeship.
This well-rounded role will expose you to key accounting functions helping you to learn essential basic skills. Your typical tasks will initially include:

  • Management of the company purchase ledger
  • Collation and posting of purchase invoices
  • Liaising with internal staff and external suppliers to resolve queries
  • Multi-currency bank reconciliations
  • Assistance with preparation of month and year-end accounts
  • Filing of US sales tax returns
  • General ad-hoc office administration

Working in a small Finance team of three, you will be reporting to the company Management Accountant. You will be placed in a perfect learning environment within a fast-growing forward thinking unique business. Your role will evolve with you as you study and grow, offering excellent progression opportunities with plenty of tasks to get stuck into when the time is right.

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

Training will be provided in partnership with First Intuition in Manchester who provide high quality and tailored training.

You will be attending one day a week tuition towards the AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping and AAT Level 3 qualifications at our modern city centre training centre and will be supported by a dedicated skills and development coach throughout your programme.

You will also follow our Impact Skills programme to help you build the professional skills you need to support you in building your career in finance.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential progression in terms of taking on additional responsibilities as the business grows and the ability to progress onto further accounting qualifications.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, A love of dogs and cats, Prioritisation skills, An inquiring mind

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any other 4 subjects (Grade A*-C or 9-4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-C or 9-4) Essential
AS Level or equivalent Accounting/Business or similar (Grade A-C) Desired

Things to consider

Benefits: - Apprenticeship study support (AAT Level 2 - 4) - 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays - Office closed between Christmas and New Year (three additional days not taken from holiday entitlement) - Staff discount on website - On site parking / close Metrolink - Regular office socials - Vibrant working environment like no other, office dogs a plenty!

About the employer

Yappy.com is changing the way dog and cat lovers shop for their companions, and this is an amazing opportunity to join our journey. We allow dog and cat lovers to create an online shop personalised for their dog or cat which means in just 30 seconds, customers can see 1000's of 'pawesome' products guaranteed to delight dogs, cats & their humans. We sell unique and personalised products that can't be found anywhere else.

Employer

YAPPY LTD

Address

4 LEDSON ROAD

ROUNDTHORN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE

MANCHESTER

M23 9GP

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Training

Training provider

FIRST INTUITION LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Assistant accountant

Level 3 (A level)

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