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Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship EDMONT LTD

You will be trained to use our accounting software and fully supported by your manager and your colleagues as you learn new skills and develop. Construction is an interesting, fast-moving industry and every day is different. We have a friendly, informal culture where everyone knows everyone else. We are known as a great place to work.

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Closing date: 19 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

  • Working week

    Mon - Fri 8.30am – 5pm and 1 hour for lunch

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    6 days ago

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000072392

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

This is a varied role where you will work as part of the Finance team and work on or assist with:

·         Supplier reconciliations

·         Preparation of payment requests

·         Preparation of accounting entries such as journals

·         Accounts Payable and posting sales invoices to the sales ledger

·         Accounts Receivable

·         Weekly Payroll

·         Day to day queries and finance related administrative tasks

·         Month end close process including reconciling accounts

·         Production of monthly and quarterly management accounts

You will be trained to use our accounting software and fully supported by your manager and your colleagues as you learn new skills and develop.  You will also work with other parts of the business and our external suppliers to get the information you need to do your job and to answer any queries.

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

AAT Advanced diploma in accounting (level 3).

Training 1 day per week at New College Swindon (term time only).

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Opportunities within the business on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Team working, Keen to learn, Interest in Finance, Interest in using IT software

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 3 further GCSE's (Grade B/5 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English & Maths, (Grade B/5 or above) Essential
A Level or equivalent 2 A Levels , one in numerical subject (Grade E or above) Desired
Other AAT LEVEL 2 (Grade AAT LEVEL 2) Essential

Things to consider

Located in Stratton, Swindon with on site parking available. Tea and coffee provided and kitchen facilities but no canteen. You will need to complete pre-screening paperwork and have a chat with New College to discuss any experience, interest in the apprenticeship and how it is delivered. You will need to complete initial assessments in maths and English. By submitting your application, you confirm that you are happy for New College Swindon to share your information with the employer as part of the application process.

About the employer

Edmont is a construction company, specialising in Fit Out, Joinery and M&E. We work across many sectors including retail, healthcare, leisure and residential and have well-known clients such as GWH, Harrods, Heathrow Airport and Wagamama. Edmont is a family company and we have been in business for 50 years.

Employer

EDMONT LTD

Address

Edmont Ltd Hyde Road

Upper Stratton

Swindon

SN2 7RB

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Training

Training provider

NEW COLLEGE SWINDON

Contact

Carly Taylor

carly.taylor@newcollege.ac.uk

07595 201840

Apprenticeship standard

Assistant accountant

Level 3 (A level)

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