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Finance Apprentice COMMUNITIES FIRST WESSEX

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Finance Apprentice to start their career and learn from a supportive and professional team. You’ll receive plenty of guidance and training, and an AAT Level 2 qualification, so APPLY NOW!

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Closing date: 22 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,797.64

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm with flexibility and an unpaid half hour break for lunch - 37 hours per week including 6 off-the-job training allowance.

    Total hours per week: 37.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    23 Dec 2022

  • Date posted

    21 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000099819

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • To assist the Finance Officer with the processing of supplier invoices
  • To assist the Finance Officer with the processing of sales invoices
  • To assist the Finance Officer with maintaining petty cash floats
  • Assist the Finance team with banking at any site as required
  • Assist the Finance Officer with collection of weekly card payments
  • Use of SAGE 200 under supervision of the Finance Officer
  • Processing of other information on SAGE 200 as required, maintaining accurate records including producing reports
  • Assistance with preparation of monthly Payrolls and use of SAGE payroll under supervision of the Finance Officer
  • Filing and scanning duties as required
  • Month End processes as required under the supervision of the Finance Officer
  • Assist with premises reorganisations, relocations, and any other premises related matters
  • To participate with colleagues in Community First in developing systems, policies and procedures to ensure the effective delivery of services
  • Take part in team meetings and briefings with wider Community First team as and when required. This may include attending meetings in other offices
  • Undergo and take part in relevant training with other staff and volunteers as required, in order to carry out your duties

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

AAT Level 2 Finance/Accounts Assistant, which includes:

  • You'll have AAT exams including bookkeeping controls, bookkeeping transactions, and more
  • Modules covering Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours in Finance
  • You'll have a personal tutor to guide you through your training
  • You will attend 1:1 sessions with your tutor every 2/3 weeks
  • End Point Assessment (online)
  • Occasional group classes with other learners
  • Access to MyAAT for learning material
  • AAT Level 2 certificate

www.boomtrainingltd.co.uk/courses

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We hope the successful candidate will progress on to an AAT Level 3 apprenticeship with us.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Logical, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*-D or 9-3) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-D or 9-3) Desired

Things to consider

You will need to have a valid driving licence with access to reliable transport as you may be traveling between two offices, as part of the role.

About the employer

Community First is a registered Charity operating in Hampshire which enables individuals and local groups to be the difference they want to see in their local communities. We achieve this through connecting and engaging with the community, identifying where essential services could make a difference to people’s lives and facilitating this change through the actions of dedicated individuals and organisations.

Employer

COMMUNITIES FIRST WESSEX

Address

Community First

163 West Street

Fareham

PO16 0EF

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Training

Training provider

BOOM TRAINING LIMITED

Contact

Lilly Spake

hello@boomtrainingltd.co.uk

02380004210

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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