A trainee accounts assistant gets involved with filing and processing, as well as keeping on top of companies' accounts. Trainees often work alongside someone more experienced in order to learn the ropes.
Who can I work for?
You can work in this role for many different companies, working in-house on either a part-time or full-time basis.
Where and when can I work?
In this role you will find yourself working office hours, rarely being needed to work late into the evenings or at weekends.
What can I earn?
You can expect to earn a salary of around £15,000 a year, which will increase as you move through the ranks.
What are the benefits?
The main benefit of being a trainee accounts assistant is the opportunity to progress.
Are there chances of promotion?
Promotion in this role is to become an accounts assistant and to then work your way up to an account management role.
What will I be responsible for?
You can expect your responsibilities to include processing invoices, inputting codes into the accounts system, daily petty cash transactions and preparing cheques.
Do I need any experience?
For this role experience isn't necessary, as on-the-job training will be provided; office experience will stand you in good stead though.
What attributes are needed?
Trainee accounts assistants need to be organised, keen to learn and have an interest in accounts.