Apprentice Accountant

Our accounts team provides clients with modern accounting and tax services, utilising the latest cloud technology. The team plays a critical role in the completion of client’s compliance work such as accounts preparation, tax calculations and management reporting.

You will be carrying out the following duties:

Preparation of year end accounts and associated tax calculations Working alongside client managers to assist with their ledgers Reconcile balance sheet accounts (bank, purchase ledger, sales ledger, PAYE, wages, VAT etc.) Prepare reports, letters and other documents Working towards a multitude of deadlines on behalf of yourself and the wider team Working with the team to grow the accounts aspect of the business

Training:
Full support with study costs whilst completing the Level 3 AAT Accounts Assistant (depending on current qualifications) apprenticeship that is offered Following the initial completion of the apprenticeship, you will receive continued support to complete the AAT qualification The successful candidate will be required to attend weekday courses, once a week, at their nearest First Intuition centre to study towards their AAT Level 3 qualification as well as mentoring towards the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship knowledge, skills, and behaviours

Training Outcome:
Possible progression to study AAT Level 4 and/or Level 7 ACCA/ICAEW after successful completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Gascoynes Accountants provide expert accountancy advice to businesses across Norfolk and Suffolk; with offices in Bury St Edmunds, Wymondham, Ipswich and Stowmarket. We provide day to day advice on clients Tax Returns or accounts package and are trusted advisers who help moving our clients businesses forward. Our simple, down-to-earth approach to accountancy puts us in the best position to help our clients.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, between 9.00am - 5.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Strong maths and English skill,Adaptable, keen and flexible,Punctual,Organised,Ability to prioritise,IT skills (Word and Excel)