Apprentice Accounts Assistant (AAT Level 3)

Accounts:

Assisting in accounts preparation under supervision by manager Demonstrate and apply enthusiasm to completing work to a high standard, in accordance with expectations set by senior staff Prepare notes to assist those who review your work Make full use of the resources and people available to find answers to queries before handing work on to the reviewer Keep more senior members of staff updated on the stage of completion of work Discussing basic queries with the client and requesting records or missing information to reduce manager time Assisting in the drafting correspondence ready to be sent out to clients Dealing with clients on the phone answering basic questions

Management accounts and bookkeeping:

Assisting in bookkeeping for clients under supervision Assisting in the gathering of financial information for the drafting of management accounts for the client Able to assist in following standard monthly process, working efficiently and in accordance with instructions from the manager Take responsibility for regular jobs and for finishing work that may come back to you following review or client clarifications

Audits:

Assist in setting up the audit file in the prescribed Slade and Cooper format Assistance with substantive audit testing and other audit work as instructed by more senior colleagues Able to work independently after receiving instruction Ensure assigned work is completed to the fullest extent, seeking assistance from senior staff as appropriate Able to communicate the purpose of specific audit testing with clients Timely completion of write-ups relating to tests carried out Ability to interact with clients and client staff at their premises •  Ability to work as part of the audit team and provide support to manager/supervisor leading the audit

Taxation:

Assisting in the gathering of information for the preparation of basic corporation tax returns and associated schedules Assisting in the gathering of information for the preparation of straightforward personal tax returns

Other duties:

Study to complete AAT Level 3 professional examinations with a view to progressing to ACCA professional examinations Take responsibility for completing your AAT Level 3 Apprenticeship objectives Complete any other duties as required

Desired Skills:

Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills Desired Personal qualities Share the visions and values of Slade and Cooper Desired qualifications 5 GCSE including Mathematics and English Language

Future prospects:

Trainee Auditor and Accountant

Things to consider:

A substantial proportion of our work takes place at our client’s offices, rather than our own, so you will need to be prepared to commute to various locations while working with our clients We have a very busy audit season between May and September each year so there is often additional pressure during these months This post includes AAT Level 3 training with a view to progressing to ACCA training, so you should be prepared for this and be aware that this is a demanding commitment Share the visions and values of Slade and Cooper

Training:
Training will be a mix of on-the-job training and some days at collage The collage is also located in Manchester City Centre

Training Outcome:
Trainee Auditor and Accountant

Employer Description:
We are a specialist firm of accountants based in Manchester, working throughout the North of England, providing audit, accountancy, book keeping and other services to the voluntary sector. You would be joining a team where the partners and most of the staff have some experience in the not-for-profit sector and who are committed to working in the sector. We pride ourselves in our work environment which enables us to provide a quality service whilst recognising the need for partners and staff to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm, you may be able to work flexibly around this. We have a busy time of year, from May to September, when there is a lot of work to be done. You may therefore do extra hours and then take time off later.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical