Outsourcing AAT Apprenticeship

Summary

If university isn't the right choice for you then our School Leavers Apprenticeship Programme offers a practical way to kick-start an exciting career in outsourcing. If you have a genuine interest in accountancy, we are offering a three-year apprenticeship to achieve the AAT accountancy qualification.

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

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

Bookkeeping for a variety of clients including processing of invoices, expenses and payments, using cloud-based software
Complete VAT returns for allocated clients
Undertaking specific accounting projects for clients
Answering client phone calls / emails and helping with queries
Develop and apply technical knowledge gained from studies and on the job experience

Where you’ll work

2 Communications Road

Greenham Business Park

Greenham

Newbury

RG19 6AB

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 bases courses and self-study.
Classroom sessions will be block release and generally take place at our training provider's premises in central Reading

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

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?

https://www.jamescowperkreston.co.uk/school-leavers/ (opens in new tab)

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 achieving the AAT qualification you can go on to study either ACA or ACCA
Plus subseqeuent progression to management 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 VAC1000291291.

Apply now

Closes on Saturday 31 May

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After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.

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 our Assessment Days where you will undertake various activities individually and in a group with other candidates. If you impress us on the Assessment Day, we will then invite you to join our new student intake starting in late August 2025.

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