Finance Apprentice

DCS Technology in partnership with our client who are a Microsoft Gold Partner consultancy we are searching for an Finance Apprentice to join their rapidly growing team based in the Midlands. Overview of the role: As part of the Finance team you will work to ensure that all sales invoices, purchase invoices and credit control tasks are complete and within designated time-frames. Furthermore, you will be tasked with providing general administrative support to the wider business in to ensure smooth and efficient operations of the office environment. Your working week will include hours/days where you will be studying both in person and virtually towards a AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. What will you get up to? Sales Invoicing: Collaborate with the finance team to generate and issue sales invoices promptly. Credit Control: Prepare accurate credit control reports and follow up on outstanding payments in line with business requirements. Ensure correct allocation of received payments. Customer Support: Respond efficiently to customer enquiries, directing them to the appropriate colleague or department when necessary. Purchase Ledger: Enter purchase invoices within designated time-frames to maintain up-to-date records. Administrative Support: Handle incoming phone calls and direct them appropriately; provide general administrative assistance across the office. Licensing: Order required licenses under supervision as needed. Travel & Accommodation: Arrange hotel and travel bookings in line with company policy, ensuring cost-effectiveness and value for money. Office Management: Manage the procurement and coordination of office consumables and lunch provisions in line with business needs. Visitor Management: Serve as the first point of contact for office visitors, ensuring they are signed in and their host is notified of their arrival. Expense Processing: Review and process weekly employee expenses, posting them to the finance system in accordance with company procedures. What we\’re looking for? * Interest in pursuing a career in finance * Basic skills in administration. (Phone * Hold a grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths * Capable of handling several tasks simultaneously with efficiency * Confident team working skills and ability to liaise with key stakeholders * Approachable and adaptable in nature * Proven ability to self-manage and deliver results with minimal supervision. * Meticulous and systematic in work processes. * Tech Savvy, with ability to use MS Office * Reliable and discreet in handling sensitive information. What can you expect in return? Salary: £18,000 per annum Benefits: Company pension, holiday allowance and more! Working set-up: Hybrid (Mixture of office and home based) Location: Cannock, West Midlands Employment type: Full time and permanent DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality