Accounts Payable Clerk Apprentice

Company: Alpha Construction Ltd
Location: Hilton, Derby, DE65 5GE
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: £15,600.00 per year
Sector: Business, Administration, Finance and Law
Ref: VAC-01120
Application Deadline Date: 30/03/2025
Start Date: 05/05/2025
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: Monday to Friday 8:45am to 5:15pm, with 1 hour lunch break.

Brief Description

Kickstart your finance career with Alpha Construction Ltd! As an Accounts Payable Clerk Apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience in invoice processing, supplier payments, and financial record-keeping while earning a Level 2 qualification. Join our dynamic team and build a strong foundation for a successful finance career.

Qualifications Required

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above (Apprentices lacking these qualifications must gain them before taking the end point assessment).

Personal Qualities

• Eager to learn and develop new skills.
• Well-organised and able to meet deadlines.
• Proactive with a problem-solving attitude.
• Professional and responsible approach to work.

Skills Required

• Good numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Sharepoint, Teams and financial software is an advantage.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently when required.

Training to be Provided

Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant apprenticeship standard
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of Work Based Assessment and day/block release. The programme will culminate in an End Point Assessment, where all the skills and knowledge gained on the apprenticeship will be formally tested.

Future Prospects

Upon successful completion of the Level 2 Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to progress to a Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship, further developing your finance skills. This could lead to a permanent role as an Accounts Assistant, with potential career growth in management accounting, payroll, or financial analysis. Alpha Construction Ltd supports professional development, offering ongoing training and mentorship to help you build a long-term career in finance. Progression with the company brings enhanced benefits, such as employer contribution pension schemes, life assurance, profit share and health insurance.

Vacancy Detail

As an apprentice at Alpha Construction Ltd.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include.
• Assisting in the processing of invoices and reconciling supplier statements.
• Handling supplier queries and ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Supporting the finance team with administrative tasks such as filing and data entry.
• Learning about VAT regulations and compliance requirements.
• Using accounting software to record financial transactions accurately.

Other Information

This is an office-based role with training and mentoring support throughout the apprenticeship. There are possible potential salary increases based on performance and progression. The start date for this apprenticeship is open to discussion but travel to the office is required and candidates should consider commute feasibility.