Apprentice Accountant VIXEN SURFACE TREATMENTS LTD

We require an enthusiastic Apprentice Accounts Assistant to join a team of two experienced staff and an apprentice, in a busy accounts’ office. This new position is an ideal opportunity for someone who plans to develop a career in an Accounts Department. You will be assisting with purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and other finance functions.

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Closing date: 10 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,609.60

    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

    Days and shifts to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    11 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    05 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000180446

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Assisting with purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and other finance functions. You will be fully supported and trained by the existing senior members.

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

  • On and off the job training
  • Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant Apprenticeship
  • Day release at Middlesbrough College

Apprentices will be required to take one of the professional qualifications listed below, as chosen by the employer to be most relevant to the job role:

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
  • ACCA Certificate in financial and management accounting (level 2)
  • IAB Level 2 certificate in bookkeeping
  • ICB Level 2 certificate in bookkeeping

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Depending on the circumstances of the business upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Number skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4/C) Essential

Things to consider

This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. The closing date, interview date and start date are subject to change.  This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Individuals are able to undertake an apprenticeship at a higher level than a qualification they currently hold, including any previously completed apprenticeships. Individuals can also undertake an apprenticeship at the same level, or lower level than a qualification they already hold as long as the new apprenticeship allows for new skills to be acquired and the content of the training is materially different from any previous qualification or apprenticeship. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews. Please be aware that as Northern Skills provide a recruitment matching service, we will also consider you for roles which pay the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage

About the employer

Vixen Surface Treatments is a market leading specialist in the production of wet and dry blast cleaning cabinets, degreasing machines and phosphating equipment on a worldwide scale.

Employer

VIXEN SURFACE TREATMENTS LTD

Address

UNIT 73 JAY AVENUE

TEESSIDE IND EST

THORNABY

TS17 9LZ

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Training

Training provider

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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