Accounts Assistant Level 2 AAT Apprentice
We are a small multi-office accountancy firm looking to add apprentices to both our Carterton and Didcot offices. Assist with bookkeeping activities, including sales and purchase ledgers.
Wage: £17,355 a year
Training course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm with one hour for lunch. 37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Monday 1 September
Duration: 1 year 1 month
Positions available: 1
What you'll do at work:
* Perform office administration tasks to support the practice
* Prepare and process invoices accurately and timely
* Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns
* Conduct bank analysis and contribute to the preparation of extended trial balances
* Handle data entry and maintain financial records in line with data security requirements
* Update the company website and social media platforms with relevant information
* Contact clients to follow up on unpaid invoices and assist with credit control
* Record transactional data accurately using finance and accounting software packages
* Support the team with routine accounting tasks and reconciliations
* Assist in preparing financial reports and documents as required
Where you'll work:
17 Black Bourton Road, Carterton, OX18 3HQ
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: ABINGDON AND WITNEY COLLEGE
Your training course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2) equal to GCSE. Course contents include:
* Record transactional data.
* Use the organisation's standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues.
* Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
* Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
* Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results.
* Use finance and accounting software packages to manage data.
* Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements.
Your training plan:
* 13 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
* Delivery model: Work-based training with your employer, day release during term time
* Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
* Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice's time at work
Qualifications included:
* Level 1 Functional Skills in English and maths
* AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting
* Level 2 Accountants or Finance Assistant Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
* In-tray test
* Portfolio
* Structured Interview
Essential qualifications: GCSE in English & Maths (grade A*- C / 9 - 4). Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have.
Skills:
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Administrative skills
* Number skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical thinking
* Team working
* Initiative
* Social Media skills
* Adaptability
* Resilience
Other requirements: Please apply as soon as possible for this role. Should the right candidate be found prior to the closing date, then the vacancy may be closed early.
About this company: An accountancy firm that specialises in supporting business start ups, accountancy & bookkeeping, management reporting, company tax, payroll & CIS and personal taxation.
After this apprenticeship: Continue to AAT level 3 and 4 with a long term future in accountancy.
Contact: ABINGDON AND WITNEY COLLEGE, Mike, apprenticeships@abingdon-witney.ac.uk, 01235216216
Reference code: VAC1000306664
Apply now: Closes on Friday 25 April 2025.
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