Assistant Accountant Apprentice Level 3

Throughout your training, you will develop an understanding of:

How statutory audits are planned, performed and completed Key audit concepts, including risk assessment, materiality and audit assertions The ICAEW/ACCA Code of Ethics and professional standards The use of audit software, including preparing and documenting audit working papers using Caseware Audit methodologies and testing techniques across a variety of financial statement areas Progressively more complex audit assignments as your knowledge and experience develop Support with studies You will be mentored by a ACA or ACCA qualified individual

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

A mixed role with focus on corporate client audits Basic accounts preparation / review work Obtain and analyse client information and supporting documentation Perform substantive and transactional audit testing and compliance procedures across areas including revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, payroll, trade receivables, trade payables and cash Assist senior team members with planning, fieldwork and completion of audit assignments Develop the ability to complete allocated audit sections independently following appropriate instruction and review Prepare clear and concise documentation of audit procedures performed and conclusions reached Attend client premises to undertake audit fieldwork and participate in physical inventory counts where required Assist with other assurance engagements, including limited assurance reviews and other non-statutory assignments Communicate professionally with clients and build effective working relationships throughout audit engagements Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines

Duties may also include:

Ad hoc assistance with internal administrative matters of the firm Other ad hoc assistance reasonably required in conjunction with the above matters generally Assistance in other departments like accounts and tax when audit season is not so busy

Training:

Example: Apprentices will be required to attend college at least x1 day per week either at Uxbridge, Harrow or Hayes Campus completing necessary mandatory training and units associated with the apprenticeship.

The apprentice will be required to complete:

Work towards gaining a full Qualification Employment Rights and Responsibilities Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours Standard and End Point Assessment Functional Skills in English, Maths, and ICT (if required)

Other training will be provided by the employer as required to enable the fulfilment of the job role.

Training Outcome:

Permanent role for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
KNAV is an international accounting and advisory firm providing tax, assurance and advisory services to businesses operating across multiple jurisdictions. Having worked alongside the KNAV network for more than 20 years through Aventus, our London presence is now fully integrated within a global platform positioned at the centre of international trade, investment and cross-border transactions. We manage reporting, statutory audit and tax compliance, and advise on structuring and transactions aligned to commercial outcomes. Our work spans tax filings, transaction advisory, technical accounting and valuations, supporting businesses through growth, change and cross-border complexity.  Delivered through integrated teams across our global network, we apply cross-border regulatory knowledge and practical experience to identify structuring opportunities, optimise tax positions and ensure consistent reporting across jurisdictions. We work closely with clients to anticipate issues, resolve complexity early and bring clarity to decisions with material financial and regulatory impact. 

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (Times to be confirmed).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative