Audit and Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship

Accounts responsibilities:

Prepare draft statutory accounts for filing with Companies House from client’s accounting software or manual records Complete relevant year end journals, calculate prepayments, bank reconciliation, accruals, debtors, creditors etc. Liaise with clients to clarify queries and obtain missing or additional information Prepare draft corporation tax computations

Audit Responsibilities:

Produce audit files for review by Manager, answer review points Review clients’ records to ensure accounting industry standards are met Support audit teams with fieldwork, working both on-site at client premises and remotely, including travelling to clients’ premises to verify assets and complete stocktake observations Communicate effectively with clients to gather financial information and resolve queries Plan time and prioritise tasks to ensure deadlines are met, and work is completed to a high standard and on time

Other general responsibilities:

File client annual confirmation statements with Companies House Update client engagement letters and prepare letters of representation Develop an understanding of accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks Visit the Company’s offsite storage facility to file, access and maintain archive records Undertake routine tasks as required by senior members of the team Ad-hoc duties as required Actively participate in training and development sessions and take responsibility for your own learning and progression Be professional and abide by confidentiality, impartiality, and ethical principles at all times

Training Outcome:
You may begin your training with the AAT qualification, providing a strong foundation in accountancy, and then progress onto ACA or ACCA to qualify as a Chartered Accountant

Employer Description:
Thomas Coombs is one of the oldest and most respected independent firms of Chartered Accountants, tax and business advisers in Leeds, Yorkshire. Since 1878 (that’s 140 years and counting!), we’ve helped family and owner-managed businesses, as well as charities, solicitors and even international organisations, make the big decisions that guide them to success. Today, you can find us in the vibrant city of Leeds, with our directors and management team guiding the firm into the modern and contemporary world of accounting. One thing that hasn’t changed, however, is our continued dedication to the clients we serve, and an unrivalled passion for helping them grow and prosper.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday Office hours to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Proactive approach to work,Interpersonal skills,Proficient in Microsoft Office,Excel skills,Eagerness to develop and learn,Accounting software experience