Apprentice Accountant

Part of your role will involve assisting in the day-to-day financial activities, these will include but are not limited to preparation of year-end financial accounts and tax returns, monthly or quarterly VAT returns, management accounts and other data entry support for clients.

Responsibilities will include:

Assisting with financial and management accounts preparation for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies Assisting with managing client expectations and deadlines Assisting with the preparation of personal and business tax returns Carrying out bookkeeping activities including journal postings and ledger reconciliations Processing client records accurately using Xero, QuickBooks and other accountancy software such as IRIS Preparation of VAT returns and management accounts Assisting with general administrative duties including meeting and greeting clients, filing, answering the telephone and supporting the team to meet deadlines as required

Training:
Apprentices will usually begin with AAT Level 3 which may include some Level 2 AAT Bookeepping modules if appropriate Training will take place in Norwich or Cambridge at a dedicated study centre Study / training days at this level are generally once a week for a few weeks at a time and dates are given in advance for the duration of the course There may be a few weeks with no study depending on the qualification

Training Outcome:
Apprentices usually progress through AAT and then move on to study their ACA (ICAEW) or ACCA, progressing to roles such as Accounts Assistant and more senior positions

Employer Description:
Stephenson Smart (East Anglia) Ltd are a well-established firm of accountants, based in Norfolk and Cambridgeshire; with offices in King’s Lynn, Fakenham, Gorleston, Acle, Wisbech, March and Downham Market. We have more than 140 dedicated staff spread across the organisation. Our teams include highly qualified individuals who provide a helpful, professional, honest and caring service to our clients, to help them navigate their business and personal finances.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm with a 30 minute lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Integrity and trustworthiness