Summary
Metal Craft Industries in Wellingborough are looking for an Accounts and Admin Apprentice to join their small team. You will carry out all administrative duties, input and process purchase ledger invoices, provide support to the office manager and much more. Keep reading for the full job description. An exciting opportunity with a generous salary.
Wage
£17,888 a year
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Monday 24 March
Duration
1 year 9 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Metal Craft Industries are based in Wellingborough and they manufacture a wide range of market leading stainless steel trolleys, racking systems and tables for caterers, kitchens, laboratories, warehousing and many more using the most up to date quality manufacturing processes in the U.K.
They are looking for an Accounts and Administration Apprentice to join their team. As an apprentice you will also work towards a Level 3 Business Administration qualification.
So what will you be doing in the role?
* You will develop and use appropriate administration, monitoring, reporting, communication and liaison practices to provide administrative support to the Office Manager
* You will learn how to respond to and follow up accounts enquiries using appropriate methods and systems as well as provide reception, telephone and administration support to the departments and promote good communication skills with colleagues, customers and visitors
* You will also generate Sales Invoices as requested, on a daily basis and attend and contribute to meetings, as required by the role within the Office
* You will learn to process Purchase Invoices and input onto the Accounting Software and also follow up on all Purchase Statements and liaise with suppliers regarding payments
* Learning all aspects of Purchase Ledger and update of essential information with good time management
* You will prepare and assist in the collation of data relating to Accounts for any reports deemed necessary and perform any other duties, appropriate to the role, as may be required by the company
* You will learn how to develop and maintain good communication skills with colleagues, customers and visitors and build sound relationships with colleagues to support strong work ethics and rapport
* You will also work consistently to enhance communication between department and relevant managers and employees. Within the production team you will liaise with and distribute information to all relevant personnel, circulate and distribute information without delay in order to maintain efficient production and systems
The employer will provide full training in this role.
Where you’ll work
Allen House
17-21 Paterson Road
Finedon Road Industrial Estate
NN8 4BZ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Your training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
* Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
* Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
* Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
* Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
* Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
* Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
* Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.
Your training plan
* Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
* Level 2 Functional Skills English and maths
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
* English (grade 3)
* maths (grade 3)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* communication skills
* hardworking
* methodical
* Organisation skills
Other requirements
Candidates must carry out an initial interview with a member of the Tresham College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.