Apprentice Finance Assistant

Are you looking to kickstart your career in finance and gain a recognized qualification? TES 2000, a leading company based in Colchester, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Apprentice Finance Assistant to join our Head Office team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop valuable skills within a supportive environment, whilst working towards your AAT Level 2 qualification.

The Apprenticeship:

As an Apprentice Finance Assistant, you'll embark on a structured learning journey, combining practical work experience with academic study. You will work towards your AAT Level 2 qualification with Colchester Institute, attending college one day a week.

The Role:

You'll play a crucial role in our finance department, ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Accurately raising invoices, applications, and credit notes, ensuring all processing deadlines are met.
• Assisting with processing payment allocations as and when required.
• Supporting credit control activities as needed.
• Assisting with email queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Helping to check timesheets for accuracy and completeness to ensure correct payroll and invoicing.
• Carrying out any further tasks for which your qualifications and experience are suited, as directed by the company.

We're looking for a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail and a desire to learn. To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Maths qualification: A grade 4/C or equivalent.
• English qualification: A grade 4/C or equivalent.
• Office experience: Previous experience working in an office environment.
• Attention to detail: A meticulous approach to your work.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritise your workload, within a specified time frame

Desirable Skills (but not essential – training will be provided):

• Experience with Sage Line 50.
• Invoicing experience.
• Reconciliation experience.