Accounts Assistant Apprentice - Brentwood, United Kingdom - Mercury Air Conditioning Ltd

Mercury Air Conditioning Ltd

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Brentwood, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Mercury Air Conditioning Ltd are looking for an Accounts Assistant Apprentice to join our rapidly growing team.

As an ambitious, new and expanding business, the role entails assisting with as well as taking control of office based tasks and responsibilities.

We are looking for a self-driven, reliable individual with a proactive approach.

Please note:

Parking is not available on site, however there are various car parks and transport links within walking distance

Apprenticeship Course Details:

Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant course at South Essex College, Basildon
Duration: 16 months
Apprenticeship start date: September 2024 (Employment will commence immediately but the apprenticeship course will start in September)
Delivery method: 6 hours per week at college or online within office

Key responsibilities:

Record all incoming invoices and expenses using QuickBooks accounting software, ensuring accurate and timely data entry
Coordinate internal purchase order procedures and maintain comprehensive records
Process expenses
Update and maintain profit and loss spreadsheets
Process banking transactions and reconcile bank statements regularly within QuickBooks
Office stationery & equipment orders
Arrange and book travel, transport and accommodation
Create project files for new jobs and maintain
Manage Sub-Contractor PQQ process, ensuring Insurances and required docs are received and kept up to date

This is not an exhaustive list, additional tasks and responsibilities will be assigned by your line manager.

Requirements:

You must have a keen interest in Accounts / Bookkeeping
Able to maintain strict confidentiality
Accurate data entry
Experience with QuickBooks nice to have but not necessary as training will be provided
Confident in sustaining a level of professionalism among employees
Highly conscientious and well organised, with the ability to multitask
Outstanding written and verbal communication and interpersonal abilities
Confidence working independently and as part of a team
Willingness to excel in fast moving, highly motivated company that strives to deliver quality projects

Benefits:

30 hour working week 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday to Thursday with a 60 minute unpaid break each day (Flexibility required towards working days as this may change slightly depending on college requirements)
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after 5 years' continuous service with the Company (Prorated)
Pension scheme

Please note:
Parking is not available on site, however there are various car parks and transport links within walking distance

Job Type:
Apprenticeship

Pay:
£6.40-£11.44 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Work authorisation: