We recently sat down with Nicole, a Level 3 Business Administration apprentice who works at Babington’s HO, to find out how she’s finding her apprenticeship experience so far!
The Apprentice Accounts Assistant will support the Finance team in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the efficient processing of accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) transactions across multiple ledgers. This role provides hands-on experience in core accounting processes while working towards a recognised accounting qualification. Your role will include;
Accounts Payable
- Code and process supplier invoices accurately across multiple ledgers
- Match invoices to purchase orders where applicable
- Ensure timely input and processing of invoices
- Assist in supplier payment runs
- Respond to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner
Accounts Receivable
- Raise invoices, including zero-value invoices where required
- Process receipts and allocate payments to appropriate accounts
- Assist with credit control activities
- Respond to customer queries regarding invoices and statements
General Finance & Clerical Duties
- Maintain and update rent schedules
- Manage and monitor multiple finance inboxes, ensuring queries are actioned promptly
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
- Assist with reconciliations across multiple ledgers
- Support month-end processes as required
- Deal with internal and external finance queries effectively
