Accounts and Audit Apprentice

Preparation of VAT returns using Excel/Sage/Xero/QuickBooks Preparation of sole trader/small partnership accounts Analysis work in relation to larger clients including Limited Companies/Audit clients - using Excel

Training:

After completion of your A Level or GCSE studies, you will join as an apprentice and study for the Level 2 AAT qualification. You will start on the level 2 apprenticeship scheme, depending on your qualifications, before moving to the next level.

The successful candidate will be required to attend weekday courses, once a week, at First Intuition Chelmsford, Southend or Colchester to study towards their AAT qualification as well as mentoring towards the apprenticeship knowledge, skills, and behaviours. 

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of your AAT qualification, we will encourage you to move to level 7 apprenticeship working towards either an ACCA or ICAEW qualification. Our friendly and supportive staff and training network will provide you with the help you need to progress through the exam process.

Employer Description:
Clay Ratnage & Co. was established in East London in 1927. Our business has 5 partners and approximately 45 staff operating from three offices in Romford, Wickford and Grays. Our accountancy practice has been built around providing support to businesses in Essex, London and the surrounding areas and, whilst this continues to comprise the largest part of our client base, we now have a wide variety of clients across the UK and beyond. The philosophy of our business has been to maintain a “general practice” approach meaning all staff have extensive experience of accounts, tax and audit and are, therefore, able to provide tailored assistance with day-to-day queries that arise. We also have a specialist Tax department to deal with more complicated tax matters and a specialist Wills and Probate department. We aim to provide a timely and cost effective service and look to build long-term relationships with our clients by delivering our services in a friendly and helpful manner. Due to the longevity of the firm, we have experience in virtually all business sectors but pride ourselves in our specialist knowledge of the building, property, manufacturing and retail sectors, in addition to our long-standing involvement with charities.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday, 9.00 am - 5:30pm. Friday, 8:30am - 5.00pm. 1 hour's lunch to be taken between 12.00pm and 2.00pm. 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas to New Year.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Able to meet deadlines,Work well under pressure