Accounting Apprentice

Assisting with core accounting functions including ordering, invoicing, bank reconciliations, balance sheet management, VAT returns and journal entries  Contributing to the preparation, monitoring and reporting of client budgets Helping to prepare statutory financial returns Assisting in producing of detailed management accounts Supporting the year-end account closure process, including finalising trial balance reports and preparing schedules for auditors Supporting internal audit preparation and assisting in audit fieldwork Offering advice and guidance to clients via telephone and email through the Helpdesk Assisting with general administrative duties to support the whole SBM Services team to meet deadlines, as directed by the Hub Manager Working towards your AAT Qualifications, leading to Level 3 as part of your professional development, showing your commitment to enhancing your accounting skills

Training:

The successful candidate will be required to attend weekday courses, once a week, at First Intuition to study towards their AAT Level 3 qualification as well as mentoring towards the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship knowledge, skills, and behaviours. 

Training Outcome:

Our goal is to help you progress within our team. We’ll support you to move out of the apprenticeship programme, manage your own clients, and have a chance to earn between £26,000 and £40,000 per year.

Employer Description:
SBM Services provides schools and academies with high-quality, affordable accountancy and business support. Our team brings extensive experience, a range of accountancy and business management qualifications and an excellent reputation in the education sector. With a flexible portfolio of services, we ensure schools receive the right support at the right time. SBM Services is truly an investment to save.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (one day finishing at 4:30pm).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Interpersonal skills