Apprentice Accountant

Tax Assist Accountants

Mirfield, WF14 8BL

Closes in 9 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 17 October 2024

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Summary

We are looking for a trainee Accounts Assistant to join our expanding accountancy practice located in Mirfield. Our work is varied and interesting and we provide a friendly, flexible, and proactive all year-round service to small businesses and individuals in the local area.

Annual wage
£12,480 to £22,308 a year

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The remuneration package will reflect that, commensurate with NMW for age, plus recognition of qualifications and relevant prior experience.

Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, working hours TBC

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 7 November

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

The Role:

  • During your first few weeks, you will have a full induction to our firm, and training on all the systems that you will be using on a day-to-day basis. These include Office 365, TaxCalc, QuickBooks Online and Dext
  • You will also undergo the basic training required of all staff members. This includes our telephony protocols, how to assist visitors, (those with appointments and walk-ins) and how to maintain client records
  • You will learn about the preparation of financial accounts, interpretation of financial data and accounting and tax legislation

This is an extremely varied role in which you will need to have a flexible mindset and a willingness to learn and update your skillset regularly. We are a very technology-orientated firm, so our ideal candidate is someone who would enjoy engaging with new technologies in the accountancy sector and is committed to producing the high quality of data that such technologies require.

You will be mentored by a Senior Accountant who will give you direct guidance in developing your professional skills.

Where you’ll work

77 Huddersfield Road

Mirfield

WF14 8BL

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

KIRKLEES COLLEGE

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
  • Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
  • Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
  • Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
  • Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
  • Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
  • Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
  • Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
  • Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
  • Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

    • Your training plan

    Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3.

    An Assistant Accountant provides support to internal and external customers and will work predominately either as an assistant accountant within practice or alternatively within the finance function of an organisation.

    Part of their role will involve assisting in the day-to-day financial activities such as data entry to month end management accounts and/or year-end financial statements.

    In addition, the Assistant Accountant may find themselves involved in regulatory financial requirements such as the completion of VAT returns or assisting in the preparation of tax computations.

    You will gather work-based evidence to demonstrate the required Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours during your apprenticeship. The apprentice will evidence that they are collating and recording data on financial information and performance accurately by applying accounting standards and concepts and will evidence analysis of reconciliation, payroll, VAT return information. They will need to prepare accurate, management information and use IT packages for this.

    Candidates are required to have achieved AAT Level 2 or have at least 1 years’ experience of accounting duties to be accepted on the Level 3 programme. Maths and English grade C/4 or equivalent are required. Original certificates are required as evidence.

    The recommended time to complete is 15 - 18 months.

    The AAT L3 course starts in January. The day release is Tuesday.

    End Point Assessment:

    Assessment will be through examinations in Bookkeeping, Computerised Accounting and AAT Level 3 Accounting.

    Apprentices will also be assessed through a synoptic end-test covering the knowledge & skills gained, a portfolio comprising a range of evidence produced in the workplace and a reflective discussion which will be a structured interview.

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • 5 strong GCSE or equivalent results (grade 4 or C or above/equivalent)
    • Maths and Enhlish (grade C/4 or above)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • IT skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Presentation skills
    • Administrative skills
    • Number skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative
    • Good attendance
    • Good timekeeping

    Other requirements

    Contact Nichola Barnes on 01484 437054 or mobile 07788390025 to discuss. If you are currently studying Level 2 AAT, please apply.

    About this company

    TaxAssist Accountants can do more for you, your business and your family. Our local and personal services go way beyond tax and accounting to provide businesses and individuals with expert advice, all from under one roof. Our accountants provide bespoke, jargon free, professional advice to help you fulfil your ambitions and also save you time and money. Our friendly team welcome you to attend a free initial meeting to discuss your circumstances and understand your goals. Our experienced accountants are here to do more for you through a range of services including; Business Accounting Tax Returns Tax Planning Bookkeeping VAT Returns Payroll Advice for growing business Financial Planning - pensions and investments, mortgages and protection We partner with accounting software providers Dext, QuickBooks and Xero, to help you keep control of your figures 24/7, wherever you are. Our upfront, competitive fees mean you will be confident that you are getting the best value advice, with no hidden surprises. Some of the clients we work with include: Individual taxpayers Sole traders Limited company directors Partnerships Property Landlords Contractors And many more

    https://www.taxassist.co.uk/accountants/mirfield/about-us/about-taxassist-accountants (opens in new tab)

    Company benefits

    Holiday: 20 days plus bank holidays + day for birthday Company pension scheme EAP scheme - An Employee Assistance Programme.

    After this apprenticeship

    Opportunity to advance your career in your chosen field through the apprenticeship system, after successful completion of a three-month probation period. We are an ICAEW and ACCA approved training firm and offer a range of training routes in accountancy, tax, payroll and business administration.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    KIRKLEES COLLEGE

    Nichola Barnes

    apprenticeships@kirkleescollege.ac.uk

    01484437054

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000282634.

    Apply now

    Closes in 9 days (Thursday 31 October at 11:59pm)

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