Join Our Team at POLARIS!
Role: Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice
Location: Head Office - Bromsgrove
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week
Salary: Relevant apprentice rates
Why Choose Us?
At Polaris, we are proud to be one of the UK's leading communities of children's service providers. For over 30 years, we've been dedicated to improving the lives of young people through our independent fostering and adoption agencies, Leaving Care services, and bespoke children's services.
Our nurturing community is committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child in our care. We believe in the potential of our children, families, and staff, and we are ambitious for their futures.
Your Opportunity
We are on the lookout for a motivated Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice to join our Finance Department. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards your AAT qualification, with full study support provided!
Key Responsibilities
As a Sales Ledger and Billing Apprentice, you will be trained to assist the team with:
* Ensuring timely payment collections through effective communication with customers
* Contacting local authorities for updates on outstanding invoices
* Raising invoices and credit notes using both automated systems and manual postings
* Posting payments onto the finance system
* Updating records to track payment due dates
* Supporting efforts to reduce overdue debt
* Maintaining accurate sales ledger records
* Resolving customer queries via phone and email
* Creating manual invoices for additional services
* Keeping organized notes for audit requirements
* Meeting deadlines and adapting to the finance team's needs
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will possess:
* GCSE qualifications
* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
* Experience in a finance function within a large organization is a plus
Working Conditions & Benefits
We offer a supportive work environment with:
* 30 days of annual leave (increasing to 35 days with service) + Bank Holidays
* Company Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Free On-Site Parking
At Polaris, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check. Please note that we reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.