Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship LUKE POTTS & STEPHEN MOORFIELD

If you are looking for a career in accounts this is a great place to start. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to assist with preparation of accounts and associated tax returns for a variety of businesses and individuals. As we are a small practice you will get a great variety of clients to work with which will help expand your skills.

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Closing date: 28 Jul 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,392.00

  • Working week

    9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, with 30 minute unpaid lunch.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Aug 2024

  • Date posted

    30 May 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000254420

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Bookkeeping for clients using a variety of accounting software (Xero, Quickbooks, Sage).
  • Payroll preparation Assistant with preparation of year end and management accounts for a wide variety of clients.
  • Assistance with preparation of tax returns for sole traders and partnerships.
  • Office duties including administration, filing, answering the telephone, scanning, meeting visitors as required.
  • Regular, appropriate communication with clients through conversations, emails, letters and face to face meetings.

The training you will be getting

  • Candidate will be expected to attend college working towards an AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting qualification.
  • Training will be given and you will be mentored by one of the partners and training will be tailored where possible to assist with completion of your course. 
  • Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • The right candidate would always have potential for future progression at the firm if they chose to follow that path.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Accounts Finance Assistant (Grade Pass) Essential

Things to consider

The role involves a lot of computer work, being sat at a desk for most of the day will be required for the role.

About the employer

We are a small well established accountancy practice, working with a variety of small to medium businesses and individuals. We provide a wide range of services, accounts preparation, tax return completion, bookkeeping, tax advice and other related services.

Employer

LUKE POTTS & STEPHEN MOORFIELD

Address

1 DUNDONALD AVENUE

STOCKTON HEATH

WARRINGTON

WA4 6JT

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Training

Training provider

WARRINGTON & VALE ROYAL COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Georgia Bramhall

GBramhall@wvr.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Assistant accountant

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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