Apprentice Accountant

• Entering client information onto the in-house accounting system using both manual and computerised data
• Preparing working papers to support financial statements
• Preparing fixed asset registers
• Preparing summaries of debtors, creditors, prepayments and accruals
• Preparing VAT reconciliations
• Posting accounts to the system
• Preparing bank reconciliations
• Posting financial information onto the in-house accounting software
• Preparing draft Personal Tax Returns
• Preparing draft Company Corporation Tax Returns
• Filing Self-Assessment tax returns, VAT returns and Company Annual Returns online

• A genuine desire to start a career in accountancy
• A strong willingness to learn and develop professionally over the long term
• Good numerical skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A positive attitude and the ability to work well as part of a small team
• A proactive and organised approach to work
• Basic IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word
• Good educational attainment, including Grade 5 or above in English and Maths
• For Level 3 and Level 4 entry routes, strong A-Level, T-Level or equivalent results in related subjects such as Business or Economics would be advantageous
• Willingness to travel for training when required

For Level 3 and Level 4 entry routes, strong A-Level, T-Level or equivalent results in related subjects such as Business or Economics would be advantageous

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Wellbeing benefits
• 28 days paid holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 30 days after two years’ service and 33 days after four years’ service
• Structured apprenticeship and training programme
• Full support for professional qualifications (AAT, ACCA, ACA)
• Dedicated support with enrolment, study plans and professional body memberships
• Paid time off for study and exams
• Supportive mentors and buddies within a close-knit team
• Exposure to a wide range of clients across different industries
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Reward Gateway with discounts on high street retailers