Summary
Are you ready to kickstart your career in finance? Harvey Norman, a leading retailer in Home Appliances, Technology, Furniture, and Beds, is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as an Accounts Assistant Level 3 Apprentice.
Annual wage
£12,480 a year
Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds
Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 9 am- 5 pm With a 30 minute lunch break
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date
Monday 10 February
Duration
1 year 6 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
* Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and reports
* Help with the preparation of year-end financial statements under the guidance of senior staff
* Assist in reconciling daily bank statements to the company's financial records
* Help ensure all payments and receipts are accurately recorded
* Assist with VAT reconciliation and preparation of VAT returns
* Ensure all tax-related documents are filed on time and in compliance with UK tax regulations
* Support the team in tracking stock levels and ensuring that records match actual inventory
* Assist with periodic stock-taking and reporting any discrepancies
* Assist with recording and processing sales and purchase invoices
* Help with credit control by following up on overdue payments and supporting the accounts receivable team
* Maintain and update supplier accounts
* Support the payroll team in preparing employee pay, calculating deductions, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations
* Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including data entry, filing, and maintaining records
* Assist with the preparation and filing of various financial documents and reports
* Engage in on-the-job training and development activities
* Study towards an accounting qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, or similar)
* Participate in regular feedback and development meetings with your line manager
Desired skills, qualities and qualifications:
* Ideally, candidates should have a minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in maths and English at grade C/4 or above
* Some previous experience in a finance-related role, such as part-time work or volunteer experience
* A strong interest in pursuing a career in finance or accounting
* Strong work ethic and commitment to learning
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information
* Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative
* Adaptability and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Essential:
* Experience of working in an office environment
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Basic understanding of mathematics and numeracy
* Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
* Ability to work under supervision and as part of a team
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
* Enthusiastic and willing to learn about the finance and accounting sector
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Where you’ll work
62A Gracechurch Shopping Centre, The Parade
Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands
B72 1PD
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
LET ME PLAY LIMITED
Your training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
* Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
* Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
* Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
* Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
* Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
* Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
* Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
* Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
* Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
* Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
* Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
* Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
* Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
* Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
* Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
* Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
* Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
* Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
* Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Your training plan
* The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification
More training information
* Online apprenticeship training supported by our skilled tutors
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade Grade 4)
* Maths (grade Grade 4)
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
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Reliable
* Hard working
* Interest in Finance
* Interest in Accounts
Other requirements
Permitting you’re eligible for the role, please expect to receive contact from our Inspire ATA Recruitment team, to discuss your application further. Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.