Summary
Caroola Group are looking for new apprentice accountants! You will be studying toward your Accounts Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification.
Annual wage: £12,528 a year
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Training course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Hours: Monday - Friday, working hours TBC
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Monday 3 February
Duration: 1 year
Positions available: 6
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
Do you have a passion for finance and a drive to kickstart your career in the finance world? The Caroola Group is excited to be expanding the teams within The Caroola Apprenticeship Academy and is seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team as a credit control apprentice.
As a Credit Control Apprentice, you will embark on an exciting and rewarding journey that combines practical on-the-job training with academic learning.
This position offers a structured pathway to success. In your first year, you will undergo comprehensive training whilst working towards achieving the AAT Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification through our apprenticeship provider Paragon.
Guided by experienced professionals, you will gain invaluable practical experience and theoretical knowledge. Upon successful completion of exams and courses, you will confidently transition into an accounting position. This transformative journey will equip you with the skills and expertise to thrive in the accounting world, setting the foundations for a prosperous and fulfilling career.
Responsibilities:
* Daily allocation of customer payments which are made direct into our bank account to invoices within our CRM. Ensuring these are done in an accurate and timely manner.
* Support the team with the management of the billing mailbox and deal with queries within the agreed SLA of 24hrs.
* Support the team in ensuring client records are correct and all billing is accurate.
* Raise credit notes as requested from around the business, ensuring the correct reasons and nominals are reflected.
* Work closely with the credit control team to chase clients for overdue invoices.
* Support the business with getting customers to move to our preferred collection method of Direct Debit.
* To work on Ad hoc tasks as and when the business requires.
Skills and Experience Required:
* Ability to communicate clearly.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Ability to be innovative and use own initiative.
* Have a good level of computer and keyboard skills. Experience of using all Microsoft applications, particularly Excel.
What we offer you:
* Opportunities for career progression within Caroola Group.
* Consistent financial reward upon successful completion of apprenticeship courses and exams.
* Comprehensive training and mentorship from industry experts.
* Access to the Caroola Hub of Benefits including Discounts at Restaurants, Hospitality, Travel, Gym Memberships etc.
* Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus Bank Holidays.
* Study support - Progress your career in your chosen field without worrying about finding the time, the right guidance or the money to do it.
* Wellbeing: Caroola supports the mental health of its people. Take advantage of our mindfulness resources including our dedicated team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders.
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Where you'll work
Caroola Accountancy, Apollo House, Hallam Way, Whitehills Business Park, Blackpool, FY4 5FS
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
PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
Your training course
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Equal to GCSE
Your training plan
Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.
It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catchups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12-month apprenticeship you will have gained; Accounts Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
Other in:
* Maths GCSE (grade Pass)
* English GCSE (grade Pass)
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
* Attention to detail
* IT skills
Other requirements
Working hours: Please note that anyone under the age of 18 can only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours should be amended accordingly, to fall in line with the legislation.
About this company
Caroola is the perfect partner for those who are hustling to build their own empire. We offer accountancy, payroll, and tax services for the nation's contractors, freelancers, sole traders and small businesses.
After this apprenticeship
Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000294393.
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Closes in 20 days (Friday 24 January)
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