Apprentice Finance Assistant

National Learning Group Limited is a dynamic education business delivering high-quality TEFL and non-TEFL learning programmes. We are at an exciting stage of growth, investing in our infrastructure and people to support an expanding student base

• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Processing purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Raising sales invoices and supporting the collections process
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs
• Bank & Ledger Reconciliations
• Assisting the FL in bank reconciliations
• Maintaining the accuracy of the purchase and sales ledgers
• Investigating and resolving reconciling items promptly
• Finance Administration
• Managing finance inbox and directing queries to the appropriate team member
• Maintaining organised and accurate filing of financial documents
• Supporting expense processing and staff reimbursements
• Assisting the Finance Lead with month-end close tasks as required
• Systems & Reporting Support
• Working within Xero to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Supporting the team with data entry and record updates in Hub Spot
• Producing straightforward reports and schedules as directed by the Finance Lead
• Flagging anomalies or discrepancies to the Finance Lead in a timely manner

Person Specification

• Strong attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach to work
• Comfortable working with numbers and handling routine financial data
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable with general IT systems
• Reliable, conscientious, and able to work to deadlines
• Experience with Hub Spot CRM or similar platforms
• Experience in an education or services business
• Previous experience in an accounts, finance, or bookkeeping role
• Working knowledge of Xero or a comparable cloud-based accounting system

• A supportive, close-knit team with an experienced Finance Lead and Fractional CFO
• Real exposure to the full finance function of a growing education business
• Opportunity to develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility over time
• Flexible working arrangements considered for the right candidate
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Able to commute to the Dunston area on a daily basis A basic DBS is required due to the nature of the role

A minimum of one year contract until apprenticeship is completed

NATIONAL LEARNING GROUP LIMITED
2A/B Waterside Drive,
Dunston,
Gateshead,United Kingdom.
NE11 9HU

Working week:
Monday to Friday

Duration:
1 Years

Apprenticeship standard:
Financial services administrator (Level
3)