Purchase Ledger Assistant Apprentice EU Logistics Ltd T/a Beacon Lily

To provide assistance to the Accounts junior in a fast paced property development & construction business. To provide assistance to the Accounts junior in a fast paced property development & construction business. The ideal candidate will pick up processes quickly and will be prepared to learn from both the accounts assistant and finance manager.

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Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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

    40 hours Mon-Fri Attend college 1 day per week, which will be at our Filton Campus, all hours TBC.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    11 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000197466

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

To provide assistance to the Accounts junior in a fast paced property development & construction business.

The ideal candidate will pick up processes quickly and will be prepared to learn from both the accounts assistant and finance manager.

The role will centre around the purchase ledgers on multiple businesses and the candidate will learn to use Xero accounting software and various other software as required.

The group is made up of a variety of successful businesses in the property sector.

The natural progression would be to take on more accounting responsibility but we would be more than happy to accommodate different roles within the business.

Tasks may include:

  • General ledger processing.
  • Reconciling supplier accounts
  • Communicating with suppliers and the wider team within the business

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

SGS has elected to deliver the on-programme learning using the Association of Accounting Technician (AAT) Foundation Certificate in Accounting Level 2.

AAT as the lead awarding organisation for accounting have been involved in the development of the apprenticeship Standard and have mapped the diplomas to the Standard. Advantages of using the Certificate as the delivery model for the Apprenticeship Standard:

A structured, proven training programme that equips the candidate with the skillset required for the industry
Thorough mapping against the Standard ensuring all skills,knowledge and behaviours are covered
Achievement of an industry-recognised accounting technical qualification
Provides a platform for progress tracking
Prepares the candidate for End Point Assessment with AAT
Provides a basis for progression
External quality assurance through an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation
An appeals and redress process with the awarding organisation
Attendance at weekly classes for each module is mandatory for all apprentices at our Filton Campus

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Successful completion of the apprenticeship, full-time and permanent position will be discussed.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent GCSE's Maths and English (Grade A*-C or 4-9*) Essential

Things to consider

The office location is likely to move occasionally within central Bristol

About the employer

Beacon Lily is the business and finance provider of the wider group. We look after all of the Finance, Lettings and business management for a group of development and construction companies based in central Bristol. The business is rapidly growing but still has a small company/close knit feel within the office.

Employer

EU Logistics Ltd T/a Beacon Lily

Address

69 PRINCESS VICTORIA STREET

BRISTOL

BS8 4DD

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Training

Training provider

SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE

Contact

Amy Archer

amy.archer@sgscol.ac.uk

01179092202

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

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