Accounts Assistant Apprentice

The role is within our Sheffield SME department and is very versatile and dynamic. It gives exposure to a variety of bookkeeping, accounting and business management aspects because the role does not work with historical information but live day-to-day financial data. The Sheffield SME department carries out the function of a financial accountant and corporate tax adviser which is essential to our clients’ financial success.

The main responsibility will be to maintain accurate analysis work and bookkeeping of the portfolio posting them on Xero. Assisting with the accounting senior and other colleagues preparation of company accounts.

Other duties: 

Processing purchase invoices on Xero. Processing payments to suppliers including verifying bank details. Chasing suppliers for missing invoices. Analysing cash receipts on excel spreadsheet. Posting on Xero.
Preparing sales invoices and sending them to the customers.
Chasing outstanding debtors.
Responding to basic custo ...

Training:

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT Standard. This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.

Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results. You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns.

To pass this level you will need to study the following four units: Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS). Management Accounting Techniques (MATS). Tax Processes for Business ...

Training Outcome:
Progression and support with external relevant qualifications to build an exciting and rewarding career. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.

Employer Description:
At Hentons we have over 40 years of experience and pride ourselves on understanding our clients, their businesses, and the issues they face no matter how big or small.We are a multi award winning, top 100 National Chartered Accountancy Business Advisory firm with national expertise, but our local knowledge means we can offer a bespoke, personalised service tailored to our client’s needs.

Working Hours :
37 hours. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills