Apprentice Trainee Accountant

Undertaking professional development leading to attainment of the AAT Association of Accounting Technicians Levels 2 to 4. Undertaking and completing the full training programme with due diligence and commitment. Applying the technical knowledge gained from studies and on-the-job experience and ensure knowledge is up-to-date. Supporting Finance team duties including data analysis, assisting with research, data input and processing financial information as required. Assisting with queries from budget holders across the authority under the guidance of Senior Finance Officers. Assisting with the preparation of budget monitoring reports, statistical returns, and contribution to the development of the annual budget. Support end‑of‑year close‑down activities and other financial cycles under the guidance of Senior Finance Officers. To create and develop spreadsheets as directed and to make suggestions about where improvements to current spreadsheets can be made to improve processes. To work on hoc projects as assigned by Senior Finance Officers. Delivering work efficiently, accurately, and to required deadlines, maintaining a methodical approach and high attention to detail.

General responsibilities:

Customer Service. To always see the service through the eyes of the customer and make suggestions for improvement where appropriate To constantly challenge self-performance and seek to find improvements To carry out duties efficiently and effectively To help build pride, passion and reputation for NWLDC To participate in the Council’s appraisal scheme and to undertake any necessary training and development as identified for the job role To promote the Council's Equality and Diversity Policy to ensure service provision and employment practices are non-discriminatory To undertake any other reasonable tasks appropriate to the grading of the post and as required by the Team Manager To assist in the event of a civil emergency in any way as instructed

Training:

You will undertake the “Accounts / Finance Assistant” Apprenticeship (an Intermediate Apprenticeship in Accounting), with full support from Accountancy Learning as part of their Flexible Apprenticeship Programme.

Assessment will be via an “End Point Assessment”, which will include the following two elements:

A Structured Interview. This will consist of 10 questions asked by an AAT Independent Assessor. It will last 60 minutes and will be performed remotely via the AAT online video portal. The questions will allow you to display the knowledge and experience you have obtained over your apprenticeship. You will build a portfolio of reflections and product evidence that will be used to support your answers to these 10 questions.

An In-tray Test. This will be undertaken under exam conditions and will last 105 minutes. It will be based on what you have studied in your AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.

Successful completion of the AAT (Level 2) Foundation Certificate in Accounting is a mandatory element of the Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprenticeship. Your Apprenticeship will therefore include formal studies towards this qualification. It is anticipated that your apprenticeship duration will be for 15 months, although earlier completion is possible, provided the duration exceeds one year and a week.

You will receive support from both the employer and the training provider, to complete and achieve your Apprenticeship and will be given time to study during the week on a day release basis. As you are working towards a professional qualification, it is also expected that you will continue your studies outside of normal office hours.

As you learn more in both the office and in your studies your responsibilities, and the variety of tasks you undertake, are expected to increase.

Training Outcome:

Temporary Contract. This is a temporary apprenticeship contract ending after 24 months from your start date.

Employer Description:

Values

At North West Leicestershire District Council we have developed a set of values that run through the work we do. We think these values are so important that we like to include them as part of the shortlisting process. On the application form you will have the opportunity to answer a question based on our values, giving examples of how you will follow them in your work. People selected for interview will be asked a values based question

 

Trust - As an organisation we want to be open, fair and transparent, and to be trusted that we will deliver our promises. Please give examples of how you have delivered what has been requested.

 

Respect - Our community is made up of many different people with different needs, all of them important. Please give examples of how you will respect and value customers and colleagues, taking into account their individual needs.

 

Excellence - North West Leicestershire District Council wants to lead the way and be the best we can for our community. Please give examples of how you make sure your work is of high quality.

 

Pride - The council is working to make North West Leicestershire a happy, healthy and vibrant place to work and live. Please give examples of what you do in your work to show pride in your workplace and community.

 

Growth - Life in North West Leicestershire District Council is not about standing still. We aim to work together to grow and to continually improve. Tell us about what you have done to help you do your job better and bring more quality to your work.

Working Hours :
The working pattern for this job is Fixed. Monday - 7.25 hours. Tuesday - 7.25 hours. Wednesday - 7.25 hours. Thursday - 7.25 hours. Friday - 7.25 hours. The work may involve evening and weekend working. Exact times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail