Accounts Apprentice

Business Services:

Using cloud software, undertake and assist with bookkeeping tasks (bank reconciliations, purchase / sales invoices, etc) for our clients Become an integral part of client’s team. Assisting with their email mailbox, being the first responder, resolving queries where possible and referring to our client when needed Ability and willingness to become proficient on client’s own software, extracting information required for the accounts Assist with the preparation of quarterly VAT returns for clients, submitting to Senior bookkeeper / Management accountant for review Support with the preparation of management accounts, posting the wages journal using the BrightPay integration and posting simple accruals and prepayments as well as maintaining the fixed asset register

Administration:

Using our practice management tool, Karbon, ensure your clients work tasks and notes are kept up to date and email are responded to within 24 hours Ensure electronic and physical client files are complete and maintained fully

Business Development:

Build positive relationships with clients in day-to-day work Promote the services of the business to clients and potential clients

Team:

Communicate effectively with others in the team Work collaboratively with colleagues in order to meet the objectives of the business Contribute to team meetings and put forward ideas and feedback in order to improve ways of working Seeks and provides feedback in a timely manner

Competencies & Behaviours:

Promptly and efficiently completes work assignments Maintains confidentiality regarding sensitive information Takes advantage of learning opportunities provided (e.g. courses, feedback from supervisor or peers) Adapts to new ideas and initiatives relevant to own area of work Raises compliance, ethical or other issues to protect the Organisation’s reputation and obligations Manages time well Displays a positive attitude in the face of ambiguity and change Listens actively, considers people’s concerns and adjusts own behaviour in a helpful manner Shows good team work

Benefits and rewards:

As well as a competitive salary, relative to our marketplace and your skills and experience, Farnell Clarke employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

Agile working Flexible working hours Support for your ongoing professional development including training programs tailored to you Regular staff events Company Pension scheme Medical Cover

Training:

Interal and external training.

Training Outcome:

Farnell Clarke will continually support your training and development which will continue after completion of level 3 AAT opening the door to further opportunities within the business.

Employer Description:
We are an award winning digital first accountancy group based in Norwich, Norfolk and Suffolk with clients across East Anglia, London and the UK. We deliver first class accounting, compliance, tax, accounting software, outsourcing and advisory services to our business clients, from SME to large and corporate businesses, and private individuals. We are passionate about digital and the benefits that using the latest accounting software and applications can bring to every business. We care about our clients and are dedicated to delivering the best possible service to our customers.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (Flexible in core hours).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Adaptability,Enthusiasm for development,Motivated