Finance and Accounts Apprentice

As you are working in a small business, you will be exposed to a wider range of tasks than you may experience with other accountancy firms. The duties will include:- 

Preparation of company accounts and tax returns Preparation of sole trader/partnership accounts and associated self-assessment tax returns Bookkeeping and VAT returns Company secretarial Payroll Client onboarding and AML tasks Any other ad hoc reports

Upon completion of your initial induction, you will liaise with clients directly (by email, telephone, and face-to-face) and be given a small portfolio of regular tasks for you to manage independently. 

Training:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Training Outcome:

The placement includes one day a week at college working towards an industry-recognised qualification, AAT Level 2 Accountancy. 
 
There will be the opportunity to develop within the firm, which ultimately could include qualifying as a Chartered Accountant and becoming a Director/Shareholder of the business. 
 
We act for businesses across a broad range of industries, which you will be involved with from start (ie, primary records, such as bank statements and invoices) to finish (i.e., completion of the year-end accounts, including pre/post year-end planning meetings). 

Employer Description:
White Cloud Management Ltd is a Chartered accountancy firm in Shrewsbury offering a professional and friendly service. We offer all the services of a traditional accountancy firm and we continually embrace modern technologies to deliver a more efficient service in a digital world. We are a small and flexible family business looking to support similar businesses and business owners. To help support you all the way, we maintain regular communication to ensure that we provide quality, real-time support. All packages provided are specifically tailored to you and your business based on your own individual circumstances.

Working Hours :
Flexible working options are available, with core hours from 9:15 AM to 2:45 PM.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills