One of the UK’s leading suppliers of two-way radios, Apex Radio Systems Ltd, is looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join their team as a Trainee Accounts Assistant in their Gateshead office.
Depending upon experience, the successful candidate will work towards either a Level 2 Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship or a Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship.
Overall Objectives:
* Supporting the management of all financial affairs, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and budgetary responsibilities.
* Daily invoicing, bank reconciliations, sales orders, and supplier record management.
* Enhancing the professional image, reputation and effectiveness of the company.
This is an excellent opportunity to progress and grow within the company for the right candidate who is enthusiastic about learning new skills. The main purpose of the role is to complete a wide range of accounting duties.
As one of the market leaders, Apex Radio Systems Ltd, is a financially strong, growing company and looks for staff with the right attitude and professional work ethic. In return, you will receive:
* A defined career development path which allows you to grow, as they do.
* An open and stimulating working environment with a productive and friendly team, allowing you to develop & learn as you work.
* Competitive salaries with performance related bonus systems that encourage you to fulfil your potential and be rewarded when you do.
Core Role Responsibilities
* Support the management of all financial affairs, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and budgetary responsibilities.
* Maintain company records and files, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory and asset records.
* Help review and enter information into accounting systems, including journal entries and purchase orders.
* Manage closing and opening of bank accounts, verify deposits and reconcile bank transactions.
* Pay vendors and suppliers.
* Manage petty cash.
* Maintain office supplies inventory.
* Maintain online account access.
* Prepare, edit, and post monthly invoices, statements, and credit notes.
* Maintain supply inventory and records.
* Other duties as assigned.
About the Candidate
* A good verbal and written communicator.
* Computer literate and confident using the telephone.
* Well organised.
* Enthusiastic to learn.
* Polite and professional whilst being adaptable to their wide client base.
* A team player who can work effectively with colleagues in the local office and remotely in other branches.
* Proactive and hands on.
* Flexible to different tasks as and when required.
* Reliable and punctual, with strong attendance and work ethic.
* Extremely organised and capable of planning their own workload.
Apprenticeship Summary
* Annual Salary: £15,000
* Working Week: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00, with a 30-minute lunch break. Total hours per week: 37.50
If you want to be considered for this Trainee Accounts Assistant role and work towards a Level 2 Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship or Level 3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship, apply for the role now.
Desired Qualifications
* Applicants should have GCSE grades 4-9 (A-C) in English and maths or equivalent qualifications.
Employer
Apex Radio Systems Ltd
Address
11 Keel Row
The Watermark
Gateshead
Tyne & Wear
NE11 9SZ
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £15,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: APX-TACAS1
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