Summary
We are currently looking for a candidate to fill a role which includes the opportunity to study for the AAT and ACA qualifications. Work as part of a supportive team alongside fantastic clients. This role is predominantly to provide bookkeeping, VAT and management accounts services, along with statutory accounts preparation and tax advisory work.
Wage: £14,722.50 to £23,809.50 a year
Pay increases as progression is made.
Training course: Assistant Accountant (Level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday, between 08:30 - 17:00 in the office in Thame. There can be the added option of flexible hours on the Friday of most weeks.
37 hours 30 minutes a week.
Possible start date: Monday 14 April
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
* Predominantly bookkeeping, VAT and management accounts preparation
* Statutory accounts preparation
* Tax compliance
* Providing ad hoc advice
* Supporting other members of the team and working closely with clients
Where you'll work
30 UPPER HIGH STREET
THAME
OX9 3EZ
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
Assistant Accountant (Level 3) - Equal to A level
Course contents
* Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
* Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes.
* Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
* Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
* Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
* Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
* Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
* Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
* Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
* Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
* Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Your training plan
Training will take place at First Intuition in Reading. On average, the training will take place on one day per week. Specialist courses are also provided in-house.
More training information
The training provider is a fantastic firm that has been established for a number of years. They provide AAT tuition (levels 3 & 4) in well-structured courses.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
* GCSE in English and maths (grade 5+)
* A Level in Various (grade C+)
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
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Team working
About this company
Richardsons is an Oxfordshire based firm of Chartered Accountants and business advisors based in Thame. ICAEW accredited and established for over 30 years, we provide specialist accounting advice for small and medium companies, as well as large corporates and individuals. We like to communicate regularly with our clients to form a close relationship built on trust, and over 60% of our new clients have come from existing client recommendations.
Company benefits
Excellent tuition, internal courses, fantastic support from experienced staff and regular staff socials.
After this apprenticeship
After completing the AAT qualification, we would expect the candidate to move on towards studying the ACA (ICAEW) qualification. Most of the Managers and Directors are 'home grown', having completed their training with Richardsons, so career progression is good.
Contact for this apprenticeship
FIRST INTUITION READING LIMITED
Reference code for this apprenticeship: VAC1000303026.
Apply now
Closes on Tuesday 1 April 2025
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