RSK Group
Apprentice Finance Assistant
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The Vacancy
The RSK Group are looking for a Finance Apprentice to join their central team. This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week required in the Helsby office (WA6 0AR), with 1 day study day per week. Flexibility to meet the needs of the Central Accounting Services Team is essential.
About the Role
The Central Accounting Services Team delivers transactional accounting, period-end close and compliance reporting services for a large number of Group businesses (currently c. 94) located throughout the UK and Europe. The number of companies supported is expected to continue to grow in line with the group’s fast-paced acquisition strategy.
The Central Accounting Services Team currently has c.55 people.
This position would ideally suit someone who is interested in a career in finance. You will be trained in various aspects of finance and administration and work alongside colleagues to assist in the following supervised duties. Within the 1st year we would expect you to be able to perform many of these duties unsupervised.
Key Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices and employee expenses onto the purchase ledger system
- Checking expense claim receipts against the company expense policy and identifying VAT to reclaim in accordance with HMRC guidelines
- Processing new supplier requests on FocalPoint
- Dealing with supplier requests for payment and supplier queries via email and on the phone
- Dealing with internal requests for payment and general queries via email over Teams and on the phone
- Processing new supplier requests on FocalPoint
- Verification of supplier bank details over the phone
- Weekly supplier and expense payments
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Person Specification
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above, including English and Maths
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Ability to analyse and interpret data
- Team player
Salary and Benefits
- NMW salary plus sponsorship to study the AAT Accounting qualification on the Government Apprenticeship Scheme (day release)
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
- Regular training and career development
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RSK Group
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
The Company
RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
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By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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