Apprentice (Finance)

**APPRENTICE - **FINANCE ASSISTANT**, Cumbernauld (Office Based)

**Fixed Term Contract**

With more than 7,000 associates, SAMTEC is one of the world's leading manufacturers of connectors in the electromechanical components market, the company has over 40 sales locations and 12 production sites worldwide.

Far more than just a connector manufacturer, Samtec is committed to providing exceptional service, quality products, and convenient design tools.

We believe that taking care of our customers and appreciating our associates is of the utmost importance for the development of the business. This belief is deeply rooted throughout the company and means that our customers can expect exceptional service combined with the latest technology.

**Summary/Objective**: Working in finance support, you will be responsible for assisting with the accounts receivable and payable ledgers as well as working with the team to keep on top of finance administration and other ad-hoc tasks. You can expect to see growth as your experience develops. You will learn about finance processes systems, and you will learn to work with Samtec’s unique systems and Microsoft Dynamics GP.

**Essential Functions**/ Responsibilities**:

- Record day to day financial transactions and complete the finance posting process.
- Monitor financial transactions and reports.
- Process accounts receivable and payable ensuring accurate coding.
- Learn about both purchase and sales ledgers.
- Assist with month end finance processes.
- Help provide information to as part of the audit process.
- Learn to liaise with customers and suppliers regarding the status of their account, providing necessary information.
- Provide administrative support to the finance team.
- Carry out ad-hoc tasks as required.
- “_The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. _Associat_es may be asked to perform additional tasks dependin_g on strengths and _capabilities”_ _

**Required Experience**:

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience with Microsoft Outlook and Excel would be a distinct advantage.
- Be able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate organisational and follow up skills.
- Development towards efficient time management skills and being able to manage multiple tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team environment.
- Ability to follow instructions, work as a team.
- Ability to meet specified deadlines.
- Be able to demonstrate flexibility, good customer service, innovation, and ability to look for win/win solutions.

**Preferred Education***:
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- National 5 Level (or equivalent) in English and Maths as a minimum.
- HNC/HND accountancy would be a distinct advantage.

**Training required**: On the job training will be given. However, computer proficiency is essential.

You will complete an apprenticeship programme with QA (Diploma in Digital Application Support at SCQF Level 6).

**Language**s**: English is essential; second language capability would be a distinct advantage, but not essential.

**SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer **and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity/expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.