As an AAT Apprentice, you will support the finance and insolvency teams while completing your AAT qualification. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, numerate, eager to learn, and looking to build a long-term career in accountancy or insolvency practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial & Administrative Support:
Assist with bookkeeping tasks, including processing invoices, receipts, and payments
Support the preparation of financial statements and management accounts
Maintain accurate financial records in line with internal procedures
Help reconcile bank accounts and client funds.
Insolvency Case Support:
Assist case administrators with gathering financial information from clients
Help prepare statutory documents, reports, and correspondence.
Update case files and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Liaise with creditors, debtors, and other stakeholders under supervision
General Office Duties:
Provide administrative support to the wider team, including filing, scanning, and data entry
Answer incoming calls and direct queries professionally
Support the organisation of meetings and maintain internal databases
Professional Development:
Attend training sessions and complete all AAT coursework on schedule
Training:
On and off the job training
Day release at Middlesbrough College
AAT Level 2 Apprenticeship
Training Outcome:
Clear progression opportunities within the firm upon completion of qualification
Employer Description:We're a modern, forward-thinking, and non-traditional insolvency practice.
Our efficient & streamlined systems combined with the latest software advances allows us to provide you with a great business recovery service at a fair cost.
Based in Darlington, the gateway to the North East, we cover assignments across the whole of UK.Working Hours :Monday to Friday - Hours to be confirmed.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,Initiative....Read more...
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