Audit AAT Apprenticeship

James Cowper Kreston

Reading, RG1 8LS

Closes on Saturday 31 May

Posted on 10 December 2024

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Summary

If university isn’t the right choice for you and you have a genuine interest in accountancy and finance, we are offering a three-year apprenticeship to achieve the AAT accounting qualification (Level 3 & 4). The role will involve preparing audit documentation and carrying out basic audit tests as part of a team.

• Annual wage: £21,000 a year

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  We have a set salary progression ladder with a pay rise approximately every 12 months. By the time you complete your apprenticeship, your salary will have increased to £27,000.

• Training course: Professional accounting or taxation technician (level 4)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm.

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Possible start date:

  Tuesday 26 August

• Duration:

  3 years

• Positions available:

  3

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

• Prepare audit planning documentation for review by the supervisor and to carry out internal control, system and walkthrough tests
• Carrying out basic audit tests as part of a team in relation to other statutory and non-statuory audits and due diligence work
• Attend simple stock takes
• Build trusted relationships with clients liaising with them to answer general queries

Where you’ll work

Reading Bridge House

George Street

Reading

RG1 8LS

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 READING LIMITED

Your training course

Professional accounting or taxation technician (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents

Your training plan

• Professional Accounting or Taxation Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard
• You will become AAT qualified
• Training will be a mix of classroom based courses and self-study
• Classroom sessions will be block release and generally take place be at our training provider's premises in central Reading

More training information

• Please note that for our August 2025 intake apprenticeship opportunities are available in our Reading, Newbury and Oxford offices, but not Southampton or London

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English Language (grade Grade 4 or higher)
• Maths (grade Grade 4 or higher)

A Level in:

• All subjects excl General Studies (grade BBC, or 112 UCAS points min)

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
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements

Working in Audit you will need to have a full UK driving licence and access to a car. This is because, although you will have a base office, you will need to be able to travel to other James Cowper Kreston offices and to client sites, not all of which are easily accessible by public transport.

About this company

James Cowper Kreston is a leading firm of accountants and business advisers, with offices in Newbury, Reading, Oxford, Southampton and London. We are passionate about enabling our clients and staff to maximise their potential, meaning that we approach everyone as an individual, not with a pre-set script. For over 100 years we have been working with clients, not just as accountants ensuring audit, accounts and tax compliance, but as an integral part of their team offering a full range of advisory services, working with them to unlock and maximise available opportunities. With over 200 staff we have a strong team ethic but always recognise the individual contributions to the team’s performance. That’s why we make a great investment in individual career development and help you maximise your potential. As a result, you can be assured that you will receive all the support and encouragement you need from us to kick-start an exciting career in taxation. So why not start your career with James Cowper Kreston?

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Company benefits

Paid time off for study, college and exams / 23 days annual holiday, plus birthday as extra day off / flexible benefits scheme including cycle to work, dental insurance / health cash plan to reimburse minor medical costs

After this apprenticeship

• After acheiveing the AAT qualifcation you can go on to study either ACA or ACCA
• Plus progression to Audit Senior, then Manager and potentially follow a route all the way to being a Partner in the firm

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

James Cowper Kreston

Sarah Pearce

spearce@jamescowper.co.uk

07388 945384

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000291269.

Apply now

Closes on Saturday 31 May

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Company’s application instructions

To apply, follow the link and complete our quick and easy online application form. Successful applicants will be invited to one of our Assessment Days where you will undertake various activities individually and in a group with other candidates. If you impress us at the Assessment Day, we will then invite you to join our new intake of students starting in late August.