Are you looking to build a future within the finance sector? Do you have strong communication skills and attention to details? If so, keep reading to find out more about our Purchase Ledger Assistant Apprentice Role.
PETA Ltd are excited and proud to be working with QVIS Lighting and Security to recruit and train a Purchase Ledger Assistant Apprentice to support their finance team and wider business.
Training to be provided:
Level 2 Finance/Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship Standard. You will complete a 15-month apprenticeship which includes 1 day per week at the PETA training centre in Cosham. You will be supported every 6-8 weeks with visits from your PETA Learning & Development Coach.
About the role:
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will work closely with the in-house Procurement team and contributing to the efficient operations of the business. Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Manage the purchase ledger inbox
- Process purchase ledger invoices – foreign and domestic
- Manage and maintain supplier statement reconciliations
- Contact suppliers regarding invoice queries or missing credit notes
- Process personal expenses
- Run weekly/monthly BACS/foreign payment runs
- General accounts support
- Ensure that all deadlines are met within set timeframes
What are the career prospects ?
Once you have completed the Level 2 AAT Apprenticeship, there would be the opportunity to complete the Level 3 apprenticeship and further learning and development.
Essential Skills:
It is essential that the Purchase Ledger Assistant Apprentice has the following skills and personal qualities:
- GCSEs in maths and English with at least a grade C / 4 are required
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to work to deadlines with pace and accuracy
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Excellent organisational skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office package