AAT Accounts Assistant Apprentice

An excellent opportunity arises for an AAT Apprentice to gain experience and work at a firm of chartered accountants, carrying out payroll, bookkeeping, VAT and basic accounts work for a variety of clients. The role will provide a broad range of experience and represents an exciting opportunity to begin a career in accountancy. In summary the following can be expected:

Studying for the AAT qualification and applying knowledge gained to practical on the job tasks Development of communication skills by meeting clients in person, handling phone calls and corresponding by email Planning and running the payroll bureau for clients, within time limits and deadlines Training on the use of accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks and Iris Assisting with bookkeeping and VAT returns Producing a weekly work plan, in order to meet deadlines and manage assigned tasks

Training:

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function

Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results

You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4

To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:

Financial Accounting Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS) Management Accounting Techniques (MATS) Tax Processes for Business

Training Outcome:
On completion of AAT Level 3 there will be an opportunity to move on to Level 4 and then consider the possibility of continuing to the ACCA Alongside your studies you will gain invaluable in house experience which will further your development and growth with us

Employer Description:
We are an experienced and proactive firm of chartered accountants, registered auditors, tax specialists and business advisors with a leading commercial edge. Based in Southampton, Hampshire we are founded on a culture of long term partnerships. Our aim is simple, to provide an outstanding service to our clients; helping our business clients to achieve greater profitability and our individual clients to enjoy greater wealth.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills