Accounts Apprentice PATERSON HARKIN LIMITED

Paterson Associates brings a commitment to first-class consultancy services for numerous sectors throughout the UK. The practice strives for excellence to consistently deliver high quality advice in order to achieve the best possible results. In the role you will be doing tax returns, VAT, purchase ledgers and so much more.

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Closing date: 13 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,980.80

    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 - Thursday, 9am - 5pm. Friday, 9am - 3.30pm

    Total hours per week: 36.0

  • Expected duration

    14 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 May 2024

  • Date posted

    10 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000243233

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

• Under the guidance of the Finance Manager, ensure all financial transactions are recorded promptly and accurately
• Assist the Finance Manager in ensuring that tax, VAT, and other tax and regulatory provisions are fully complied with
• Assist the Finance Manager with the checking and processing of client invoices
• Support colleagues within the business by answering telephone and email enquiries from them on behalf of their clients
• Support the Finance Manager with purchase ledger administration
• Assist with the management of queries from suppliers by telephone and email
• Assist with the reconciliation of bank, supplier, and client transactions
• Support the Finance Manager with the preparation of reports

The training you will be getting

  • Day release at Middlesbrough College 
  • On and off-the-job training 
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting qualification

What to expect at the end of your 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, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4) Essential

Things to consider

This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. All closing, interview and start dates are subject to change and may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews.

About the employer

We are Paterson Associates, a specialist firm of Chartered Surveyors and Expert Witnesses, originating in North East England, now operating nationally. Firmly established as a reputable, diligent, and capable independent consultancy throughout the UK; our highly experienced team act as trusted advisors to a wide client-base covering all industry sectors. ​ ​The Founders have built up a solid reputation as experts within our field offering honest, non-conflicting advice. A significant amount of our instructions originate from the recommendation of happy clients and repeat business. We are committed to recruiting like-minded, highly professional people to ensure we continue to develop a close-knit team of experts who share one common goal – to provide clients with consistently high quality advice in order to achieve the best possible results.

Employer

PATERSON HARKIN LIMITED

Address

15 BRITANNIA HOUSE

BRIGNELL ROAD

MIDDLESBROUGH

TS2 1PS

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Training

Training provider

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Bethany Carter

b.carter@mbro.ac.uk

01642333709

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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