- GMFJ Reference
256358
- Wages
£18,000 p/a
- Hours
40.00 per week
- Date Posted
14/12/2024
- Start Date
27/01/2025
- Approx. Duration
18 months
- Location
London
- Status
Now Taking Applications
- Sector
Accountancy
- Opportunity Type
Advanced Level 3
- Apprenticeship Standard
Assistant accountant (ST0002)
- Employer
Automata
Description
You will be responsible for:
Accounts Payable Processing:
Process invoices and payments accurately and in a timely manner.
Verify invoices against purchase orders and receipts.
Ensure proper coding of expenses to the correct general ledger accounts.
Address and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Vendor Management:
Maintain and update vendor records in xero (accounting system).
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment issues promptly.
Conduct vendor reconciliations to ensure accuracy of balances.
Financial Reporting & Reconciliation:
Assist with the preparation of monthly AP reports, including aging analysis.
Reconcile AP ledger balances with the general ledger.
Ensure compliance with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
Perform monthly Bank Reconciliations.
Payment Processing:
Prepare payment runs (e.g., checks, wire transfers, ACH payments).
Verify payment details and obtain appropriate approvals.
Monitor payment schedules to avoid late payments and maintain vendor relationships.
Compliance & Documentation:
Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Maintain organized and complete documentation for audit purposes.
Stay updated on tax compliance, including VAT for invoice processing.
For more information about this vacancy please contact Kaplan Financial on kaplan.recruitment@kaplan.co.uk (Ref ID: 256358)
Company website : https://automata.tech/
Prior experience with Accounting systems (e.g., Xero, Spendesk)
Previously studied Accounting & Finance.
Basic understanding of accounting principles / double-entry accounting.
Experience with invoice & expense processing and bank reconciliations.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills for vendor and internal interactions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT
This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.
Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:
Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS).
Management Accounting Techniques (MATS).
Tax Processes for Business (TPFB).
Business Awareness (BUAW).
You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and discussion with supporting portfolio.
Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate time to off the job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship.
- level 2 aat.
- GCSE's grades 9/A* - 5/B including Maths and English.
- A levels.
Opportunity to continue with the progression within Automata.
Please note this is a hybrid role with 2 - 3 days in the office.
Accessible via public transport.
30 days holiday, not including bank holiday.