Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship - Leeds

A small but busy accountancy practice based in Crossgates, Leeds is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Apprentice Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in accountancy.

Full training will be provided for the right candidate. The successful candidate will gain experience across a range of accounting duties while studying towards the AAT L2 qualification, with full support provided by the employer. We would be keen to progress you to your level 3, and level 4 following this.

You will receive training in areas such as payroll, accounts preparation, taxation, bookkeeping, and the use of computerised accounting software including Sage and Xero.

Key Responsibilities:

Processing payroll for clients Completing Companies House compliance tasks Preparing sole trader and limited company accounts using VT software Processing and submitting VAT returns for clients Carrying out bookkeeping duties, mainly using Xero and occasionally other accounting packages Preparing personal tax returns using IRIS Preparing company tax returns using IRIS Assisting senior accountants with general accounting and administrative tasks Maintaining accurate financial records for clients

Requirements:

Good standard of education, ideally including strong mathematics skills Interest in pursuing a career in accountancy and finance Willingness to study towards the AAT qualification Good attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work as part of a team in a busy office environment Good communication skills and a positive attitude

Training:

Founded in 1974, we've been delivering market-leading learning and talent solutions for over forty years. We’re privileged to help individuals unlock their potential and realise the value of their skills and talents. As one of the UK's largest and longest-established apprenticeship and training providers, we're proud to help organisations and individuals unlock their potential, and make skills really work for them. Upon completion of this 12 month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Assisstant Accountant Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification.

Training Outcome:

There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Although we are based in Crossgates, we have clients in all areas of Leeds and some even further afield. Our client range in size, from small one man band sole trader businesses, all the way up to multi million pound turnover business. Whatever you size, we have a solution for you. We pride ourselves on the personal touch and work closely with you to find a service that is tailored to your individual needs. At PG Accounting we feel that we're big enough to cope, but small enough to care. A company where the client always comes first.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Skills:
Attention to Detail,IT Skills,Logical,Organisational Skills,