Summary
We are seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our busy office team as an Accounts Apprentice to provide a professional and efficient administrative service at Arena Racing Company.. This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in the accounting world, working with a dynamic busy office
Wage
£18,000 a year
Training course
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Hours
Monday – Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 1 September 2025
Duration
1 year
Positions available
2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
The duties and responsibilities involved in this role will involve:
Embark on a rewarding journey combining practical on-the-job experience with theoretical knowledge to develop skills in accounting principles, procedures, and practices. Work under the guidance of experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience in financial transactions, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Some of the duties include the following:
* Develop a strong understanding of accounting software and systems used by the group
* Pursue ongoing learning and professional development to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices
* Checking supplier invoices against purchase orders on our database and then processing
* Reconciling supplier statements against purchase ledger records
* Updating sales ledger and sending invoices and credit notes to customers
* Verifying the accuracy of accounts records (from both sales and purchase perspectives) and identifying errors
* Assisting the accounts manager with administrative duties to enable the smooth preparation of VAT returns and yearly accounts
* Liaising with customers and suppliers and dealing with invoicing disputes
Requirements:
* A passion for accounting and a drive to succeed in the field
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* A willingness to learn and take on new challenges
What We Offer:
* A comprehensive training program that combines on-the-job experience with theoretical knowledge
* Ongoing support and mentorship from experienced professionals.
* The opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the success of the company
* A competitive salary and benefits package
Where you’ll work
Doncaster Racecourse
Leger Way
Doncaster
South Yorkshire
DN2 6BB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
DN COLLEGES GROUP
Your training course
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Course contents
* Record transactional data.
* Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
* Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
* Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
* Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
* Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
* Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
* Record transactional data.
* Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
* Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
* Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
* Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
* Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
* Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Your training plan
Training will be at Doncaster College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer.
Day Release.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* Maths & English (grade 4 or above)
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
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Presentation skills
* Administrative skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
You must be able to travel to and from work and college.