Apprentice Trainee Accountant

Whilst you study you will be gaining invaluable experience at one of our offices, enabling you to apply the theory into practice whilst working on clients’ jobs. You will have regular reviews with your manager and your Skills Tutor who will support you through your AAT studies. We will discuss your future career plans to ensure they fit in with you and your aspirations. Most importantly you will be supported by our existing team to put theory into practice.

What skills and experience do you need?

Essentially, none! We offer comprehensive and rewarding study pathways, designed to suit all levels of experience and qualifications. 

What will you be doing?

At HB&O, our trainee recruits embark on a study programme which is designed to offer experience in all aspects of Practice. 

You will spend time learning how to prepare statutory reports with the accounts team, gain some experience of management accounts and VAT returns, and learn how we provide assurance to our clients as part of the audit process.

How will you learn and be assessed?

Aside from regularly attending your elected business school, to study for and complete your professional exams, you will be assigned a manager, who will lead your training and development over the course of your study programme. Your training manager will schedule regular one to ones; providing feedback and setting objectives to develop your technical and personal skills.

Training:

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Accounts / Finance

Assistant (Standard):

Level 2 Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Level 2 AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting

You will cover the knowledge through attending the AAT Level 2 class at college and also receive work based assessor visits to build a portfolio of evidence covering the knowledge skills and behaviours as detailed within the Apprenticeship standard.

Functional Skills English and maths (if required) Qualification achieved: Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant

Training Outcome:

We offer a fluid progression plan that is far removed from the rigid corporate structure often seen in the accounting world. We encourage our employees to experience everything, find their passion and carve out a role for themselves based on what they enjoy.

Employer Description:
Full of energetic, vibrant, positive and supportive team members, HB&O is a great place to work. Whether you’re just starting out in accountancy or looking for your next move up, you’ll bring a genuine passion for shaping better futures for our clients and their teams.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Flexible with Core Hours: 9.30am - 4.30pm, Monday - Thursday. 9.30am - 2.00pm, Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience