Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Summary

Taylor & Russell Accountancy Limited are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Assistant. In this role, you will support the team by undertaking a range of finance duties, whilst also helping to support clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience whilst working towards a Level 7 ACCA qualification.

Wage

£24,000 a year

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Training course

Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

Hours

Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 2 June 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

The role will consist of taking charge of MTD for ITSA services to help clients stay compliant with the upcoming rules changes. The role is a varied one which will require the successful candidate to deal with people from across Taylor & Russell's office and will also include the preparation of statutory accounts. The successful candidate will also work alongside their VAT and Accounts departments.

Tasks will include:

Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients using cloud-based software (e.g., Sage, Dext, Xero, QuickBooks)
Assisting clients with MTD ITSA compliance and submissions
Advising clients on best practices for maintaining accurate digital records
Preparing accounts and working closely with our accounts team
Liaising directly with clients to gather information, solve queries, and build strong relationships
Identifying ways to improve processes and enhance the client experience
You will also be expected to take on several VAT and Annual accounts jobs

Where you’ll work

Unit 11 Venture One Business Park
Long Acre Close Holbrook Industrial Estate
Sheffield
S20 3FR

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

FIRST INTUITION LEEDS 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

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4 or above (C or above))
Maths (grade 5 or above (C or above))

A Level in:

x 3 A Levels (grade C 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
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative
Previous financial experience
Understanding of MTD ITSA
Proactive
Able to work independently
Accounting software knowledge
AAT qualified or similar
Excel skills

About this company

Founded in 2013, Taylor & Russell Accountancy Limited is a trusted accountancy firm based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. They provide a full range of accounting, bookkeeping, taxation, payroll, and self-assessment services to individuals, sole traders, partnerships, and small businesses across the UK. At Taylor & Russell, they pride themselves on delivering a friendly, personal service backed by professional expertise. Their goal is to make accounting straightforward and stress-free, allowing their clients to focus on growing their businesses.

Company benefits

Why Join Us? • Be part of a friendly, supportive team that’s embracing change and technology • Brand new modern offices • A chance to shape and grow a brand-new role within the firm • Onsite parking • Opportunities for training & progression

After this apprenticeship

Study support will be provioded whilst completing the qualification. Once completed a permernant role and possible role progressions will be available.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

FIRST INTUITION LEEDS LIMITED

Megan Field

meganfield@firstintuition.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000317281.

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Closes in 19 days (Sunday 18 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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