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Applying for our apprenticeship vacancies could not be simpler. Please review all the apprenticeship opportunities below, check you meet the entry requirements then click on the 'apply for this vacancy' button. You will then need to complete the details in the next window and upload your CV. Please make sure that your CV is current and your personal profile represents the skills required for the apprenticeship being applied for.
Once we have received your application you will be invited into college for a 30 minute interview and if necessary, to complete maths and/ or English assessments. If you pass this stage we will forward your CV to the employer who will then decide to invite you for the second interview.
About the vacancy
We are looking for a Finance Apprentice to support the day-to-day administration and duties within the school finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is working to achieve their AAT qualification and looking to take the next steps in a finance role.
- Use of accountancy software Iplicit as well as Excel, Outlook and Teams to record financial transactions
- Administration duties including telephone enquiries and e-mails
- Purchase ledger processes including placing orders, processing invoices, reconciling supplier statements and generating supplier payment runs
- Supporting with the preparation of month end and year end accounts
- Assisting with the preparation of VAT reports
- Setting up and managing trips on the school parent portal
You will receive the following training:
Accounts Finance Assistant L2 Standard
L2 Certificate in Accounting
What skills are we looking for?
- 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
Qualifications
- Essential : English (GCSE or equivalent - C/4 or above)
- Essential : Maths (GCSE or equivalent - C/4 or above)
Outcome
We are looking for someone who shares our values and vision to complete the initial apprenticeship and potentially progress with us into a more senior role within the company. We believe in helping people become the best they can be and succeed in their professional life.
The starting salary is £12,760.00 for 36.25 hours Monday to Friday 8:00am to 3:45pm Term Time Only *One of these days will be in college.
The apprenticeship will run for 16 Months, starting on Monday, July 29 2024. Applications close on Friday, July 19 2024.
About the employer
Our dedicated and enthusiastic staff are committed to providing every young person at Hollingworth with the very best start in life and education. We are driven by our core values: ‘Respect’, ‘Responsibility’, and ‘Resilience’, which are a central part of every student’s learning experience and the culture of Hollingworth.
We are based at Cornfield Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 3DR
