Finance Apprentice

NUTSHELL ACCOUNTS LIMITED

Witney, OX29 4TB

Closes in 25 days (Monday 18 November at 11:59pm)

Posted on 22 October 2024


Summary

We are looking for a motivated Finance Apprentice to join our team. You will play a hands-on role in assisting with day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll and client management while gaining valuable experience in a professional environment.

Annual wage
£17,000 a year

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Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 6 January

Duration

2 years

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

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with bookkeeping tasks, including data entry and bank reconciliations using Hubdoc and Xero
  • Helping to ensure data accuracy in preparing VAT returns
  • Supporting payroll processing
  • Supporting the team with administrative tasks

Where you’ll work

1 Abbey Street

Eynsham

Witney

OX29 4TB

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

ABINGDON AND WITNEY 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

    Delivery model:

    • Work-based training with your employer
    • Day release during term time (approximately 1 day a week for 1 year)
    • Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (7 days at college for each, if required)
    • Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work

    Qualifications included:

    • AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting
    • AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
    • Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship

    End Point Assessment:

    • Synoptic examination
    • Portfolio
    • Professional discussion

    More training information

    Please apply as soon as possible for this role. Should the right candidate be found prior to the closing date, then the vacancy may be closed early.

    Apprenticeship Assessment and Information Session:

    Any new person applying for apprenticeship roles where Abingdon and Witney College deliver the training will be required to attend an Apprenticeship Assessment and Information Session at Witney or Abingdon campus. 

    This will consist of a series of initial assessments (required prior to any apprenticeship offer), completion of essential paperwork, the opportunity to find out more about the apprenticeship process, the training included, and a forum for your questions. 

    As a new Apprenticeship applicant you will only have to undergo this process once. If you would like to talk to us about the assessments or if you would need any extra support to attend the Apprenticeship Assessment and Information Session please call us on 01235 216216.    

    Qualification checks:

    By applying for this vacancy you are giving Abingdon and Witney College permission to undertake a Learner Record Service check on your previous qualifications. We make every effort to ensure that applicants from non-traditional academic backgrounds or those who may not have the formal GCSE entry requirements can access apprenticeships where possible.  

    The National Minimum Wage (NMW) for Apprentices is £6.40 per hour from April 2024. This applies to 16 - 18 year old apprentices and those aged 19 and over during the first year of their apprenticeship. After this, the National Minimum wage appropriate to their age applies. The Wage for apprentices applies to both time spent on the job plus time spent training.

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE in:

    • Maths & English (grade A*- C / 9 - 4)

    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
    • Administrative skills
    • Number skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative

    Other requirements

    What we offer: • On-the-job training from experienced (and friendly) professionals • Exposure to small business accounts and finance across many different industries • An open opportunity to learn and grow with us – as a small team we have flexibility for you to find your strengths.

    About this company

    Nutshell Accounts is a small boutique accounting firm based in Oxfordshire. We are a growing practice offering a personalised service to small and medium sized businesses. We offer outsourced finance services in a friendly and approachable environment.

    http://www.nutshellaccounts.co.uk (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    • As a growing practice, opportunities are expected to open up for the candidate to remain and continue their studies with us - we are looking for someone who is excited about the long-term opportunities.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    ABINGDON AND WITNEY COLLEGE

    Mike

    apprenticeships@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

    01235216216

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000283403.

    Apply now

    Closes in 25 days (Monday 18 November at 11:59pm)

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