Junior Adviser – Accounting + Advisory (Level 7 ACA Apprenticeship Programme)
PM+M Business Solutions LLP
BLACKBURN, BB1 5QB
Closes on Thursday 30 January
Posted on 4 November 2024
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Summary
Voted in the UK Top 50 SME Apprenticeship Employers Rankings of 2024, you will join our ACA graduate programme which will give you the skills and support you need to unlock a future full of new opportunities and experiences within the world of Accounting + Advisory. You will enjoy a combination of on-the-job learning and structured training.
- Annual wage
- Competitive
- Training course
- Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5pm
36 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 1 September
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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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
• Preparation of accounts both in the firm’s offices and at client premises.
• Preparation of tax computations, where assistance will be given as necessary.
• Use a variety of accountancy software packages including Xero, QBO and Sage.
• Assisting with Accounts and Advisory team duties and providing ad hoc help to clients.
• You will be expected to have great communication skills to work within a team, keeping everyone up to date with the progress you are making.
• This role can be based in Blackburn or Bury.
Where you’ll work
GREENBANK TECHNOLOGY PARK
CHALLENGE WAY
BLACKBURN
BB1 5QB
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
FIRST INTUITION LIMITED
Your training course
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
Equal to master’s degree
Course contents
- Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations. Consistently support individuals and collaborate to achieve results as part of a team.
- Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities based on an appreciation of different organisations and the environments in which they operate.
- Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner. Adapt communications to suit different situations, individuals or teams.
- Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately. Understand their legal responsibilities, both within the letter and the spirit of the law, as well as be aware of the procedures for reporting concerns over potentially unethical activities.
- Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time and the time of others. Demonstrate good project management skills to deliver high quality work within the appropriate timeline. Act as a role model and motivate others to deliver results.
- Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions. Assess a problem from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered. Gather the appropriate facts and evidence in order to make decisions effectively.
Your training plan
PM+M believes that its most valuable resource is its team members. The continued success of the organisation depends upon having highly motivated people with proper skills in the right job at the right time. We recognise the need to offer all team members a clear path of progression within the business.
Therefore as part of this programme, we will provide a study package towards the AAT Qualification Level 3 and Level 4, including study leave, and will mentor you through your qualification journey. Once the qualification has been achieved we would look at further training opportunities to help develop your career, such as the ACCA or ACA, to become Chartered.
We also provide a complementary range of internal training opportunities to ensure that you maximise your potential in areas such as becoming a trusted adviser, how to network, presentation skills etc with opportunities for progression around the firm.
We have 6 monthly reflect and act conversations to ensure your development is on track, with optional monthly 1-2-1s. You will also have a buddy and opportunity for a mentor.
We also encourage you to get involved in wider firm initiatives and have your say on how we can progress on our journey towards being the best North West firm of finance professionals.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths and English (grade 5 or above)
- i.e Accounting, Finance, or Economics etc (grade Min 2:2 and 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
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
About this company
We are a vibrant, dynamic and award-winning firm of Chartered Accountants and business advisers, with offices in Blackburn and Bury, covering East Lancashire, Greater Manchester and beyond. Our vision is to be the best North West firm of finance professionals and we want great people to join our team and help us do that. We are proud of our inclusivity and diversity, encouraging people to be the best they can be and to be involved, no matter their level of experience or role.
https://www.pmm.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- 23.5 days holiday + bank holidays - employer pension contribution 8% - free parking - dress for your day policy - weekly flexi-time - buy extra holidays - paid sick leave - extensive learning & development opportunities - study support - firm wide bonus
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Once the qualification has been achieved and you become an established Senior Adviser, there are many opportunities internally to reach management level positions.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
PM+M Business Solutions LLP
Sofia Hough
recruitment@pmm.co.uk
01254 679131
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000285396.
Apply now
Closes on Thursday 30 January
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