Train Together Ltd Hiring for Finance Assistant Apprentice AAT Level 2 Job at Towcester, England Full Time

The 8th largest veterinary pharmaceutical company in the world and the 4th largest dedicated to animal health, Vetoquinol is first and foremost an independent, family-owned business.

The Vetoquinol Group combines sustainability, growth and independence in an increasingly competitive world market. Committed to the protection and well-being of both animals and people, Vetoquinol creates, develops and sells veterinary drugs and non-medical products all over the world. The company is widely reputed for its expertise in the fields of infectious diseases, pain and inflammation in livestock (cattle and pigs) and pets (dogs and cats).

For over 80 years, Vetoquinol’s pursuit of growth has been underpinned by strong values of team spirit, performance and the sharing of corporate culture and know-how with customers, vets, breeders, partners and employees alike. Today, with 100 distributors and direct presence in 24 countries in Europe, the Americas and Asia-Pacific, Vetoquinol has developed a worldwide “network” with 2,500 employees.

The role

An exciting opportunity to join this small but busy accounts department. You will be responsible for performing a variety of routine day-to-day accounting duties as directed by the Accounts Supervisor & Assistant Management Accountant in accordance with Company procedures and Group policies.

Day to day responsibilities

• Timely and accurate completion and balancing of the purchase ledger for the affiliates, which involves collating, coding, matching and posting purchase invoices, processing supplier and stock invoices, and reconciling the supplier statement.
• Timely processing of staff expenses, ensuring valid authorisation is obtained and checks conducted as necessary. Provide analysis when requested.
• Timely processing of staff expenses, ensuring valid authorisation is obtained and checks conducted as necessary. Provide analysis when requested.
• General accountancy duties including reconciliation of intercompany, other related projects within the finance team & associated admin.

Training Provided

An Accounts or finance assistant is an integral part of the team responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate finance function within a business.

The Accounts or finance assistant is responsible for assisting the team of accountants with simple accounting duties. It takes approximately 15 months to complete the apprenticeship and you will receive a blended method of learning including Tutor Coach visits, remote learning and attending workshops, working towards achieving nationally recognised qualifications in:

Level 2 Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
Level 2 Functional Skills maths
Level 2 Functional Skills English

Career Progression

For the right candidate there will be support to complete AAT Level 3 and 4 and to advance to the position of Assistant Management Accountant and Accounts Supervisor.

Desired skills and personal qualities

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Initiative
• Fast Learner

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4 or C) essential

Things to consider

Our vacancy is being managed by Train Together Ltd who will contact all applicants on our behalf. By applying for this position, you agree to be contacted by our apprenticeship training provider, Train Together Ltd. Any third parties contacting us for canvassing purposes will be reported to the ESFA.

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Salary: £20,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Towcester, NN12 7LS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Why are you looking to complete and apprenticeship?