Accounts Administrator Apprentice
ARENA LEISURE RACING LIMITED
About the Role
We are seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our busy office team as an Accounts Apprentice to provide a professional and efficient administrative service at Arena Racing Company. This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in the accounting world, working with a dynamic, busy office
The duties and responsibilities involved in this role will involve:
Embark on a rewarding journey combining practical on-the-job experience with theoretical knowledge to develop skills in accounting principles, procedures, and practices.
Work under the guidance of experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience in financial transactions, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Develop a strong understanding of accounting software and systems used by the group
- Pursue ongoing learning and professional development to stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices
- Checking supplier invoices against purchase orders on our database and then processing them
- Reconciling supplier statements against purchase ledger records
- Updating sales ledger and sending invoices and credit notes to customers
- Verifying the accuracy of accounts records (from both sales and purchase perspectives) and identifying errors
- Assisting the accounts manager with administrative duties to enable smooth preparation of VAT returns and yearly accounts
- Liaising with customers and suppliers and dealing with invoicing disputes
Requirements:
- A passion for accounting and a drive to succeed in the field
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A willingness to learn and take on new challenges
What We Offer:
- A comprehensive training program that combines on-the-job experience with theoretical knowledge
- Ongoing support and mentorship from experienced professionals.
- The opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the success of the company
- A competitive salary and benefits package
You must be able to travel to and from work and college. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide is updated every April (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
We need to ask all applicants whether they have any relevant criminal convictions and or pending investigation as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Relevant meaning offences against a person, whether violent or sexual, offences involving drugs or controlled substances, or theft. A declaration of a relevant Criminal Conviction will result in a Risk Assessment being carried out to determine whether the applicant poses a risk to the welfare or safety of others.
This does not include warnings, cautions, reprimands and (for example) speeding fines/points.
A YES ANSWER DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY EXCLUDE YOUR APPLICATION.
Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate.
About the Training
Training will be at North Lindsey College/ Doncaster College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer. Block release/ Day release You will undertake the Accounts or Finance Assistant Level 2 standard.
About the Employer
Arena Racing Company was created in 2012, and has been a racing industry pioneer, developing new race series such as the All Weather Championships. Our racing business has grown with the acquisition of racecourses and greyhound stadia and our media business is flourishing through the control of media rights and our partnerships with The Racing Partnership, At The Races and Sky Sports Racing. Although we're a relatively young company we have a vast heritage. Find out a little more about our company values, who the people of ARC are, and the history of our company.
We strive to be at the forefront of British Racing, offering top quality racing and delivering innovation across both our business and sport. We encourage people development and a cooperative working culture. So we can promote from within. This underpins our delivery of shareholder value.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Training Provider
DN COLLEGES GROUP
Course/Training
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)