This is a fabulous opportunity to join a busy Worthing-based modern chartered accountancy practice as an Assistant Accountant whilst studying for an Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship. The successful candidate will be a keen, ambitious addition, working alongside an existing team of 2 and the director in the Freedom Works co-working space.
Hours Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed. 40 hours a week. Duration: 1 year 6 months.
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
As an apprentice assistant accountant, you will already have achieved your AAT Level 2 qualification and will be ready to step up to the next level. You will be an enthusiastic person who will fit into a small friendly firm and work hard to become an invaluable part of the team, supporting a wide range of businesses and individuals daily.
Key Responsibilities:
* Bookkeeping for limited companies.
* Assisting other staff with reports, Excel summaries, data checks etc.
* Setting up cloud accounting systems (Xero & Dext).
* Troubleshooting client problems with their bookkeeping software.
* Administration (maintaining database, client onboarding, scanning, electronic filing etc).
* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and other documentation.
* Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations.
* Keeping customer account details up to date.
Where you’ll work
31 Chatsworth Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 4UY
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
CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP
Your training course
Assistant Accountant (Level 3) - Equal to A level
Your training plan
Training will be provided, including Excel, Xero, Dext, Taxcalc, anti-money laundering. Details will be made available at a later date.
Requirements
GCSE in:
* Maths (grade 9-5)
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
* Good knowledge of MS Office
* Proficient in Excel
* Works to strict deadlines
* Good numeracy
* Confidence
* Team player
* Reliable
* Punctual
* Willingness to learn
* Works on own initiative
* Good time management
* Problem solving
* Good organisational skills
* IT literate
* Self-motivated
* Multitasker
* Able to prioritise
Other requirements
You must already have an AAT Level 2 or equivalent in addition to the minimum Math and English to be eligible to apply. This is an Apprenticeship Job so applicants MUST BE free from full-time education to be eligible to apply for it. Applicants MUST BE resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK. Applicants WILL NOT BE eligible to apply if they have already achieved a qualification which is equal to or higher than the apprenticeship standard on offer. Applicants MUST BE resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study. 18-month apprenticeship (training period) including a 3-month end point assessment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress to the next level. Attendance will be at Northbrook College. The employer would consider offering a Level 4 apprenticeship if a good candidate who already has Level 3 is interested. Office address is central Worthing with good public transport links and 4 days per week will be expected in the office. No free parking.
Benefits
Health Insurance, Company Pension, Free Breakfast, Bike to work scheme.
About this company
Xero-certified Chartered Accountants and tax advisers serving clients in and around Worthing & London. We specialise in advising entrepreneurs, freelancers, companies and individuals to help them comply with current requirements while making use of tax breaks and technology to save both time & money.
After this apprenticeship
AAT is the perfect stepping stone to move on to achieve Chartered Accountant status. Permanent role and higher level training will be available for the right candidate on successful completion of the apprenticeship.
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