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Accounts Apprentice

Employer
ASK Recruiting Limited
Location
Lancashire, North West England, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
May 16, 2022

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Job Role
Finance Apprentice
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Apprenticeship
Hours
Full Time
Accounts Apprentice - Apprentice Accountant

Apprentice accounts assistant working towards the AAT L3/L4 qualification.

An opportunity is now available to join this modern, cloud focused, progressive accountancy firm and this will be a great start to your career and help grow the business further.

About Us:

We are growing accountancy practice based in Wigan.

We were established in 2007 with the aim of delivering a high quality, proactive, but jargon-free, plain English advice service to local businesses in Wigan and surrounding areas.

The focus was to assist business owners make sense of their finances, achieve their business and personal goals, and help them have a better life by showing them how to take control of their accounts.

The practice has grown significantly since then and has become one of the most trusted firms in the local area with a team of skilled and knowledgeable staff with extensive experience in helping businesses in a wide range of sectors.
As early adopters of cloud accounting, we provide a dynamic solution for clients and have seen how this revolutionises the way you prepare your accounts.

The Role:

The successful applicant will gain valuable accounting experience whilst working towards the AAT qualification. Full training and support will be provided to ensure a broad and wide-ranging level of knowledge is gained.

In the role you will provide support to the business services team and gain a wide range of skills by supporting payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, and tax return tasks using the latest cloud-based systems.

In summary the aim is to develop a full understanding and knowledge of:

Client bookkeeping utilising cloud-based accountancy software, primarily Xero, Dext, Sage and Quickbooks.

Preparing weekly and monthly payroll for all clients using Brightpay.
Preparing and submitting monthly and quarterly VAT returns to HMRC.
Preparing monthly CIS contractor returns.
Preparation of management accounts.
Completing self-assessment returns for sole traders and private individuals.
Assisting the accountants with yearend company accounts.
Dealing with client queries and correspondence.
Other ad-hoc duties as required including reception duties, meeting, and greeting visitors, making drinks, and generally making clients and visitors feel welcome to the firm.
The Opportunity:

Our commitment is to provide you with a structured training plan working towards the AAT Foundation level 3 with AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and the AAT Professional level 4 with AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting. These are the new versions of AAT.

Full training support, including day release at college and other study support options will be provided along with the opportunity for future progression within the firm. Ongoing study is available towards ACCA or CIMA.

About You:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, hardworking trainee with a "can do" attitude to join the team. Someone who is confident to communicate effectively with clients and work colleagues.
You will have a minimum of 5 GSCE's including minimum Grade 5 in Maths and English
Level 2 AAT - It is essential that the candidate has at least 18 months experience within the accountancy industry and has excellent written and spoken communication skills.
This is a great development opportunity to gain further extensive experience in an established and successful accountancy practice and participate in the future growth of the firm.
Benefits:

£15,000 to £20,000 depending on experience plus annual bonus
Casual dress code
Company events
Company pension scheme
28 days holiday
Duration - 24 months minimum contract
Start Date - July 2022
Hours of Work:

Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm including 45 min lunch break and Friday's 9am to 4pm. Total 37.5 hours per week

If you are interested in this excellent opportunity and would like to join our friendly team please apply now with your CV and covering letter...

Closing date for applications - 30 June 2022

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