Assistant Accountant Apprentice

Assisting with the timely and accurate completion of all payments from the various group bank accounts within the team
Using various payment methods, prepare and check payments in numerous currencies
Ensure all cash transactions from the bank are correctly uploaded into the SAGE ERP system within agreed timescales
Ensure all payment cut-offs and SLA’s are adhered to and being responsive to urgent requirements from within the group
Assist the team to download and import of bank statements and daily reporting requirements
Perform reconciliations and resolve issues on a timely basis
Management of cash positions.
Investigate and resolve reconciliation items on a timely basis, escalating internally when required
Create a culture of pro-active process improvement within the team specifically minimising manual and time-consuming processes and replacing with effective automatic controls.
Liaise with banks, suppliers and internal AP/finance teams regarding payment and allocation queries.
Operate flexibly as part of the wider payments team, providing support and solutions to other colleagues and team members.

Minimum Grade 5 in GCSE Maths and English, and or 3 A Levels minimum Grades C and above
Ability to prioritise workload and keep to deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Computer literate, particularly with excel, but also competent with word and power point
Ability to use initiative as well as work as part of a team
Self-motivated with a desire to learn
Attention to detail
Ambitious
Excellent time management.
Enthusiasm to obtain new skills

£11050- £12155 after 6 months

Voyager House, Chicago Ave, Manchester, M90 3DQ