What to expert:
You'll learn both on the job and during intensive residential training weeks at college. All accommodation, travel and subsistence are paid for during the block weeks, and you'll start off with three weeks in college, returning home each weekend. This will prepare you to fully contribute as soon as you get on site. You will then return to college approximately every 20 weeks, for a two-week block of intensive training – where you'll be learning all the time. At the end of your Intermediate Apprenticeship, you'll have more experience and valuable job skills, plus a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification – but that's just the beginning!
Preparing and fixing building components, from the initial erection of a new building
Installation of all necessary fixtures and fittings
Repair and maintenance activities
Health & Safety on site and work with an experienced mentor who will support your learning
Calculate quality, length, area and wastage of resources
Maintain and repair building components
Work safely at height
Use, maintain and store hand and power tools
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will work with experienced trade specialists towards gaining a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification through, on and off the job, trade specific training
Training:
Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 (GCSE)
Block release at Stephenson College, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TN
Training Outcome:If you're as ambitious as we think you are, you could progress to the Advanced Apprenticeship or work for one of our subcontractors, set yourself up as self-employed or in some areas of the country, work for us permanently as a qualified tradesperson.
Some apprentices carry on training once they have completed their advanced apprenticeship and progress through our Assistant Site Manager Programme or go on to do one of our Degree Apprenticeship Programmes. Employer Description:We've been nationally recognised as a 5 start housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combing the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales officed, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with dive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gener, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm.
Days and shift pattern to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
What to expert:
You'll learn both on the job and during intensive residential training weeks at college. All accomodation, travel and subsistence is paid for during the block weeks and you'll start off with three weeks in college, returning home each weekend. This will prepare you to fully contribute as soon as you get on site. You will then return to college approximately every 20 weeks, for a two-week block of intensive training - where you'll be learning all the time.
At the end of your Intermediate Apprenticeship, you'll have more experience and valuable job, skills, plus a natonally recognised apprenticeship qualification - but that's just the beginning!
Preparing and fixing building components, from the initial erection of a new building
Installation of all necessary fixtures and fittings
Repair and maintenance activities
Health & Safety on site and work with an experienced mentor who will support your learning
Calculate quality, length, area and wastage of resources
Maintain and repair building components
Work safely at height
Use, maintain and store hand and power tools
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will work with experienced trade specialists towards gaining a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification through on and off the job, trade specific training
Training:
Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 (GCSE)
Block release at Stephenson College, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TN
Training Outcome:If you're as ambitious as we think you are, you could porgresss to the Advanced Apprenticeship or work for one of our sub-contractors, set yourself up as self-employed or in some areas of the country work for us permanently as a qualified tradesperson.
Some apprentices carry on training once they completed their advanced apprenticeship and progress through our Assistant Site Manager Programme or go on to do one our Degree Apprenticeship Programmes. Employer Description:We've been nationally recognised as a 5 start housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combing the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales officed, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with dive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gener, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Days and shift pattern to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
What to expert:
You'll learn both on the job and during intensive residential training weeks at college. All accomodation, travel and subsistence is paid for during the block weeks and you'll start off with three weeks in college, returning home each weekend. This will prepare you to fully contribute as soon as you get on site. You will then return to college approximately every 20 weeks, for a two-week block of intensive training - where you'll be learning all the time. At the end of your Intermediate Apprenticeship, you'll have more experience and valuable job, skills, plus a natonally recognised apprenticeship qualification - but that's just the beginning!
Preparing and fixing building components, from the initial erection of a new building
Installation of all necessary fixtures and fittings
Repair and maintenance activities
Health & Safety on site and work with an experienced mentor who will support your learning
Calculate quality, length, area and wastage of resources
Maintain and repair building components
Work safely at height
Use, maintain and store hand and power tools
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will work with experienced trade specialists towards gaining a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification through on and off the job, trade specific training
Training:
Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 (GCSE)
Block release at Stephenson College, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TN
Training Outcome:
If you're as ambitious as we think you are, you could porgresss to the Advanced Apprenticeship or work for one of our sub-contractors, set yourself up as self-employed or in some areas of the country work for us permanently as a qualified tradesperson
Some apprentices carry on training once they completed their advanced apprenticeship and progress through our Assistant Site Manager Programme or go on to do one our Degree Apprenticeship Programmes
Employer Description:We've been nationally recognised as a 5 start housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combing the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales officed, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with dive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gener, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Days and shift pattern to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
What to expert:
You'll learn both on the job and during intensive residential training weeks at college
All accomodation, travel and subsistence is paid for during the block weeks and you'll start off with three weeks in college, returning home each weekend. This will prepare you to fully contribute as soon as you get on site. You will then return to college approximately every 20 weeks, for a two-week block of intensive training - where you'll be learning all the time. At the end of your Intermediate Apprenticeship, you'll have more experience and valuable job, skills, plus a natonally recognised apprenticeship qualification - but that's just the beginning!
Preparing and fixing building components, from the initial erection of a new building
Installation of all necessary fixtures and fittings
Repair and maintenance activities
Health & Safety on site and work with an experienced mentor who will support your learning
Calculate quality, length, area and wastage of resources
Maintain and repair building components
Work safely at height
Use, maintain and store hand and power tools
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will work with experienced trade specialists towards gaining a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification through on and off the job, trade specific training
Training:
Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 (GCSE)
Block release at Stephenson College, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TN
Training Outcome:
If you're as ambitious as we think you are, you could porgresss to the Advanced Apprenticeship or work for one of our sub-contractors, set yourself up as self-employed or in some areas of the country work for us permanently as a qualified tradesperson
Some apprentices carry on training once they completed their advanced apprenticeship and progress through our Assistant Site Manager Programme or go on to do one our Degree Apprenticeship Programmes. Employer Description:We've been nationally recognised as a 5 start housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combing the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales officed, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with dive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gener, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Days and shift pattern to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
What to expert:
You'll learn both on the job and during intensive residential training weeks at college. All accomodation, travel and subsistence is paid for during the block weeks and you'll start off with three weeks in college, returning home each weekend.
This will prepare you to fully contribute as soon as you get on site. You will then return to college approximately every 20 weeks, for a two-week block of intensive training - where you'll be learning all the time.
At the end of your Intermediate Apprenticeship, you'll have more experience and valuable job, skills, plus a natonally recognised apprenticeship qualification - but that's just the beginning!
Preparing and fixing building components, from the initial erection of a new building
Installation of all necessary fixtures and fittings
Repair and maintenance activities
Health & Safety on site and work with an experienced mentor who will support your learning
Calculate quality, length, area and wastage of resources
Maintain and repair building components
Work safely at height
Use, maintain and store hand and power tools
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will work with experienced trade specialists towards gaining a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification through on and off the job, trade specific training
Training:
Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 (GCSE)
Block release at Stephenson College, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 3TN
Training Outcome:If you're as ambitious as we think you are, you could porgresss to the Advanced Apprenticeship or work for one of our sub-contractors, set yourself up as self-employed or in some areas of the country work for us permanently as a qualified tradesperson.
Some apprentices carry on training once they completed their advanced apprenticeship and progress through our Assistant Site Manager Programme or go on to do one our Degree Apprenticeship Programmes. Employer Description:We've been nationally recognised as a 5 start housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combing the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales officed, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with dive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gener, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm.
Days and shift pattern to be discussed at interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
Job Title: Accounts Assistant Location: Staverton, Near Totnes Job Type: Part-Time (Monday to Wednesday) Salary: £28,000 to £38,000k pro-rataRecruiter: Mego Employment Ltd
Job Overview:
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent retail business based in Staverton, known for its thriving farm shop, traditional butcher’s counter, seasonal produce, and popular local goods such as Riverford Dairy products and handmade pies.
This part-time Accounts Assistant role is ideal for someone experienced in Accounts and Payroll, who thrives in a varied role and enjoys supporting a collaborative finance team within a complex, multi-departmental business.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform account reconciliations (bank, balance sheet, nominal, etc.)
Support with weekly retail sales reporting and management accounts
Enter data into Sage 50 (invoices, petty cash, card receipts, journals, expenses)
Maintain digital and paper-based financial records
Oversee weekly payroll for approximately 100 employees
Provide payroll and purchase ledger cover during staff holidays
Ensure reconciliation between Sage Payroll and RotaCloud absence records
Submit VAT returns accurately and on time
Respond to internal finance queries and support ad hoc finance tasks
Manage and monitor admin-related contracts and documentation
Requirements:
Proven experience with Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll
Confident with payroll processes, reconciliations, pensions, and submissions
High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
Able to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team
Willingness to provide holiday cover and share responsibilities
Hours:
Monday to Wednesday
9:00am – 5:30pm
30-minute lunch break
Benefits:
31 days holiday (pro rata, including bank holidays)
Company pension scheme
Annual profit share scheme (e.g. £1,000 this year)
20% staff discount
Cycle to Work scheme
How to Apply:
Apply directly through Indeed, or contact Chris Henry at Mego Employment Ltd: 📧 chris.henry@mego.co.uk 📞 01803 840844....Read more...
Interview process lasting from 9th Feb until 13th March.
The primary role for the Apprentice/Core Occupation duties:
Commercial - Support the organisation's strategic vision, commercial aims and objectives by contributing to the generation/handling of insurance products and services. This can mean, for instance, helping to attract new clients or retain existing clients through renewal
Meet numerous critical deadlines and prioritise activity appropriately to meet targets
Analysis & decisions - Gather, analyse and interpret all data that is relevant to the delivery of insurance products and services Identify and act upon issues arising, taking appropriate action such as making a recommendation, a decision or a referral
Quality Assurance - Ensure the organisation's Insurance quality assurance process is completed satisfactorily to process a transaction, make a decision or recommendation
Communicate - Liaise with relevant internal teams, specialists and external stakeholders to ensure successful conclusions to insurance issues, which could, for instance, be a decision on insurance coverage or a payment to a client
IT Systems - Create IT records and maintain up to date information relating to an insurance record via the organisations IT system(s)
Data Protection - Work with personal, confidential and sensitive information, (such as personal, commercial and financial data), following a strict legal duty to maintain the confidentiality of the information and fully adhering to organisational policies and guidelines
Regulatory - Adhere to the regulatory requirements that impact on insurance activity within own role, contributing to a compliant workplace. Work also in line with the organisation's processes, and relevant codes of conduct
Claims Handling/Loss Adjuster duties:
Fraud - Act as the first line of defence. Contribute to fraud reduction and detection by identifying insurance claims that could be fraudulent, escalating as appropriate within own organisation or as appropriate to relevant bodies including the police, action fraud and other affected financial services organisations
Processing - Manage an insurance claim from start to finish, gathering all of the critical evidence needed to reach a conclusion
Escalate decisions as needed within own organisation. Payout approved claims to the client (or their representative) accurately and promptly
Assistant Underwriter duties:
Risk - Assess and decide the specific level of risk associated with a client’s request to insure
Contribute to decisions to accept and decline insurance and decisions on premium levels
Limits - Operate within the approved financial limits, escalating underwriting issues beyond own financial authority
Junior Broker duties:
Represent - Act on behalf of your client, making appropriate negotiation/representation to the insurer to provide an effective return on insurance decisions
Products & Services - Proactively identify and recommend insurance products and services (from across the marketplace) to new and existing clients. Contribute to the broker's sales and commission targets
Training Outcome:
Once the Apprenticeship has been successfully completed, the candidate will be offered an opportunity to permanently join one of our departments
Employer Description:Purbeck Insurance is a small, but growing, insurance firm based in Rugby, Warwickshire. We sell personal guarantee insurance to Directors of small and medium enterprises (SME). When a Director takes out a loan for their business, a lot of the time there will be a personal guarantee attached to that loan. This means that if at any point the Director fails to pay their direct debit, the lender can then come after their assets. That is where we come in. We protect the Director's position. The work we offer is rewarding, and the company has a great culture, and as a fast growing company the opportunities to develop and progress are there for any new starter looking to begin their career with us.Working Hours :8 hours a day from 09:00 - 17:00 including a 1-hour lunch allowance.Skills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Analytical skills,Effective communicator,Written communication skills,Proactive mindset,Self motivated,Professional,Interpersonal skills,Team player,Enthusiasm,Willingness to learn,Confidence,Punctual,Aspirational....Read more...
Warehouse Stock Assistant - Stoke-on-Trent - £23,907
Own transport required
The position
This is a full time permanent position based at our customers distribution centre in Stoke-on-Trent
Rate of pay: £23,907 per annum
Weekly hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shift Patterns: 5 days out of 7, 8-hour shifts between: 6am-12am
Working Environment – Ambient
A day in the life of a Warehouse Stock Operative
As a Warehouse Stock Operative, you will work as part of a dynamic and supportive team in what can be described as a fast-paced and target driven environment to ensure the stock entering or leaving the depot is accurate.
Our activities vary, so often, you may be required to work across multiple different workstreams such as Goods Inbound checks, Picker Accuracy audits and Load Adherence checks most of which require periods of manual handling.
Job activities
Audit the Inbound accuracy of supplier deliveries on the GFR program.
Audit Picker accuracy of stock destined for stores and fully investigate all errors found.
Adhere to agreed audit and error verification procedures at all times.
Maintain integrity at all times.
Ensure the expected productivity levels are achieved, in line with customer expectations.
Review daily targets in line with customer expectations.
RAS Benefits
Flexible working shifts patterns – just ask!
Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
Regular overtime is available
Free onsite parking & subsidised canteen
Full training to help you perform at your best
Recognition Awards and Incentives
Genuine career progression
Refer a friend bonus
Job specifics
Able to actively respond to both verbal instructions and audible warning devices
The ability to communicate well, both written and verbally.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
About RAS
Retail & Asset Solutions are an innovative and market-leading organisation providing audit services to some of the UK and Europe’s largest Food, DIY and Apparel retailers. We engage, listen and work with our customers in a way they can trust, often operating as an extension of their own teams to deliver value-added business.
At RAS Supply Chain we have developed specialised expertise in supply chain assurance services. This helps retailers track and verify goods received from suppliers by checking pick and compliance accuracy, as well as easily integrating with customer IT systems to provide real-time management information.
As leaders in innovation, we embrace new technologies and concepts. We were the first company to use barcode scanning with bespoke reporting, and we were also the first to implement wireless RF data transmission. In the Supply Chain field we are the only organisation providing the end-to-end GFR service to retailers and suppliers. In our ongoing quest for innovation, we continue to research and develop solutions by working collaboratively with our customers and by identifying opportunities to drive sales and combat loss.
With approximately 3,500 employees, we have the largest pool of multi-skilled retail trained colleagues located throughout the UK and Ireland. We also have a fleet of over 70 minibuses ready to deliver count teams to any site in the UK, enabling us to deliver greater consistency in personnel and performance.
This role is being handled by Retail & Asset Solutions (RAS). To discuss this vacancy or any other great positions we have please call us on 01689 879444 for a confidential chat about working for our business.
By applying to this role, you are consenting to Retail & Asset Solutions to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. If you have any questions or wish to exercise your right to access, erase or restrict the holding or processing of your data then please contact us at applications@retailassetsolutions.com and we will respond to your query as soon as possible.
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As an Audit Associate, you will have the operational responsibility of providing clients with high quality audit services throughout the fieldwork stage of the audit in compliance with firm procedures and assisting in the evaluation of client internal controls.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Assisting the Audit team with the planning and administration of auditassignments
Performing audit tests in line with the firm's methodology to ensure client financial information is accurate
Accurately documenting the required information for sales and purchase invoices, bank statements, payroll records and other sources of data to conclude that transactions have been processed accurately
Drafting key client documents including engagement letters for manager review
Communicating progress to management, detailing when tasks fall behind planned budgets, and seeking additional tasks if budgets have been outperformed
Communicating, with assistance, with clients across a range of mediums, including email and in-person, to conclude on transactions which do not immediately meet expectations
Referencing client financial statements to ensure that sufficient and appropriate audit work has been performed in each audit section
Identifying areas for improvement in client systems and communicating these to management
Completion of the required level of study, including passing all exams, regularly updating apprenticeship learning journals, training files, etc.
Understanding the principles of cybersecurity and how to work safely online
Understanding the key role that the finance function plays for our clients and the principles of professional ethics and codes of conduct in a finance environment
Applying professional judgement, maintaining and applying a critical eye to transactions and trends within groups of transactions, for reasonableness
Completion of all necessary training outlined in the firmwide training plan
Training:
The successful applicant will train with First Intuition. Undergoing a level 7 ICAEW Professional Apprenticeship
Depending on the successful applicant, the role can either begin in June or September
You will participate in a structured ICAEW apprenticeship in pursuit of the ACA qualification at level 7. The qualification blends classroom and online learning with on-the-job practical work experience and is a highly respected, globally recognised professional qualification leading to Chartered Accountant status
Training Outcome:Parsons offers a clear career pathway for apprentices with a role map and competency frameworks outlining the required skills, behaviours and capabilities expected at each stage of your career. Those joining at Level 7 will begin their career as an Audit Associate, with the opportunity to progress to Audit Semi-Senior as you progress through your qualification and performance criteria are met.
As you become more experienced and autonomous in your work, you will assist in supporting and developing less experienced colleagues through their studies and day-to-day responsibilities. Promotion to Audit Senior is achievable around the point of ACA qualification.
Qualified colleagues in due course may be promoted to a managerial position, such as an Audit Assistant Manager, and beyond this, further progression is available into team management and leadership roles where appropriate.Employer Description:Parsons provides an array of accountancy services to local and international clients. We serve clients ranging from small owner-managed businesses to large corporations across multiple service lines including audit, statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance and advisory, and corporate finance. Our priorities are to provide business owners peace of mind that their finances are legally compliant, and to provide additional value to help our clients achieve both business and individual financial objectives. The firm is built upon our four corporate values – ambition, clarity, positivity and trust.
Team overview
Audit comprises a growing team of 13 relationship-driven professionals who solve problems on a daily basis to add value to our clients. In recent years the Audit team has rapidly expanded to support over 40 clients and over £600,000 of annualised fees. The team provides assurance services which are vital to our client base – ensuring their business controls are operating appropriately and other providers of finance with confidence as to the accuracy of the financial statements. The Audit team services clients that turnover between £10m and £130m across a variety of sectors. The vast majority of our clients are statutory audits in the private sector with a small number of pension scheme, charity and academic audits, providing a full array of services clients.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Patience,Enthusiasm,Strong interpersonal skills,Positive,Honesty,Commitment to Self - Improving....Read more...
As a Business Services Associate, you will support your accounts and payroll colleagues and clients by learning and carrying out responsibilities including accounts preparation, bookkeeping, payroll and office administration.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Bookkeeping and financial administration, e.g. processing invoices/payments, inputting purchase orders, bank reconciliations, creating sales invoices, chasing outstanding payments, tax and payroll administration
Accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
VAT and CIS returns
Corporation tax preparation
Self-assessment tax return preparation
Learning and using a range of systems including CCH, Xero, Sage, Outlook, Excel and Word to accurately and efficiently perform your role
Responding to all clients and colleagues in a timely and professional manner
Communicating progress to the appropriate senior colleague/manager using clear, timely and relevant communication methods
Supporting and assisting colleagues
Escalating concerns or suggestions for improvement to senior management
Professionally answering incoming calls and, with training, forwarding these enquiries to the most appropriate person
Responding to basic requests for information relating to our services
Maintaining a confidential (manual and electronic) filing system to ensure that accurate, up-to-date information is available to accounts and payroll colleagues
Drafting client documents including engagement letters for manager review
Completion of the required level of study, including passing all exams, regularly updating apprenticeship learning journals, training files, etc.
Understanding the principles of cybersecurity and how to work safely online
Understanding the key role that the finance function plays for our clients and the principles of professional ethics and codes of conduct in a finance environment
Applying professional judgement, maintaining and applying a critical eye to transactions and trends within groups of transactions, for reasonableness
Completion of all necessary training outlined in the firmwide training plan
Training:
The successful applicant will train with First Intuition Leeds Limited, undergoing a level 3 AAT qualification
Depending on the successful applicant, the role can either begin in June or September.
Training Outcome:Parsons offers a clear career pathway for apprentices with a role map and competency frameworks outlining the required skills, behaviours and capabilities expected at each stage of your career. Those joining at level 3 will begin their career as a Business Services Associate, with the opportunity to progress to Business Services Senior Associate as further qualifications are achieved and performance criteria are met.
As you become more experienced and autonomous in your work, you will assist in supporting and developing less experienced colleagues through their studies and day-to-day responsibilities. Promotion to Business Services Executive is achievable around the point of ACA qualification.
Qualified colleagues in due course may be promoted to a managerial position, such as a Business Services Assistant Manager, or may choose to specialise in other areas such as Corporate Finance or Tax. Beyond this, further progression is available into team management and leadership roles where appropriate.Employer Description:Parsons provides an array of accountancy services to local and international clients. We serve clients ranging from small owner-managed businesses to large corporations across multiple service lines including audit, statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance and advisory, and corporate finance. Our priorities are to provide business owners peace of mind that their finances are legally compliant, and to provide additional value to help our clients achieve both business and individual financial objectives. The firm is built upon our four corporate values – ambition, clarity, positivity and trust.
Team overview
Business Services comprises a team of experienced and trainee accountants and bookkeepers who offer a range of compliance and advisory services to clients operating across a broad range of sectors. Business Services, alongside our Payroll team, effectively manages our clients’ accounts and payrolls, transforming their data into meaningful insights and recommendations to help further our clients’ success. The team predominantly services non-audit clients with a turnover up £10m but also deals with compliance services for any of our audited clients as required..Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Open and honest,Self-motivated,Flexible and proactive,Customer focused,Able to make decisions,Able to use initiative,Able to work under pressure,Able to work to deadlines,Confident communicator,Strong interpersonal skills,Committed to the qualification,Microsoft Office skills,Enthusiasm,Commitment to Self - Improving....Read more...
As an Audit Associate, you will have the operational responsibility of providing clients with high quality audit services throughout the fieldwork stage of the audit in compliance with firm procedures and assisting in the evaluation of client internal controls.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Assisting the Audit team with the planning and administration of audit assignments
Performing audit tests in line with firm methodology to ensure client financial information is accurate
Accurately documenting the required information for sales and purchase invoices, bank statements, payroll records and other sources of data to conclude that transactions have been processed accurately
Drafting key client documents including engagement letters for manager review
Communicating progress to management, detailing when tasks fall behind planned budgets, and seeking additional tasks if budgets have been outperformed
Communicating, with assistance, with clients across a range of mediums including email and in-person to conclude on transactions which do not immediately meet expectation
Referencing client financial statements to ensure that sufficient and appropriate audit work has been performed in each audit section
Identifying areas for improvement in client systems and communicating these to management
Completion of the required level of study, including passing all exams, regularly updating apprenticeship learning journals, training files, etc.
Understanding the principles of cybersecurity and how to work safely online
Understanding the key role that the finance function plays for our clients and the principles of professional ethics and codes of conduct in a finance environment
Applying professional judgement, maintaining and applying a critical eye to transactions and trends within groups of transactions, for reasonableness
Completion of all necessary training outlined in the firmwide training plan
You will develop a broad range of technical skills, beginning with the fundamentals of audit testing, UK GAAP and ISAs. As you progress, you will move on to identifying common issues in client accounting, independently completing straightforward audit sections such as detailed testing and lead schedules.
You will build on your existing written and verbal communication skills, becoming more confident in managing professional relationships with colleagues and clients. You will gain experience using a variety of finance and IT systems. Over time, you will apply your technical knowledge to client work, explaining audit requests to the client independently and clearly, and considering the necessary remedy to common issues identified in client accounting.
You will also build on your team skills, in time helping other colleagues to develop by sharing your learning and experience. Ultimately, this role will provide a strong foundation for a successful career in audit.Training:
The successful applicant will train with First Intuition Leeds Limited, undergoing a level 3 AAT qualification
Depending on the successful applicant, the role can either begin in June or September
Training Outcome:
Parsons offers a clear career pathway for apprentices with a role map and competency frameworks outlining the required skills, behaviours and capabilities expected at each stage of your career
Those joining at Level 3 will begin their career as an Audit Associate, with the opportunity to progress to Audit Semi-Senior as further qualifications are achieved and performance criteria are met
As you become more experienced and autonomous in your work, you will assist in supporting and developing less experienced colleagues through their studies and day-to-day responsibilities
Promotion to Audit Senior is achievable around the point of ACA qualification
Qualified colleagues in due course may be promoted to a managerial position, such as an Audit Assistant Manager, and beyond this, further progression is available into team management and leadership roles where appropriate
Employer Description:Parsons provides an array of accountancy services to local and international clients. We serve clients ranging from small owner-managed businesses to large corporations across multiple service lines including audit, statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance and advisory, and corporate finance. Our priorities are to provide business owners peace of mind that their finances are legally compliant, and to provide additional value to help our clients achieve both business and individual financial objectives. The firm is built upon our four corporate values – ambition, clarity, positivity and trust.
Team overview
Audit comprises a growing team of 13 relationship-driven professionals who solve problems on a daily basis to add value to our clients. In recent years the Audit team has rapidly expanded to support over 40 clients and over £600,000 of annualised fees. The team provides assurance services which are vital to our client base – ensuring their business controls are operating appropriately and other providers of finance with confidence as to the accuracy of the financial statements. The Audit team services clients that turnover between £10m and £130m across a variety of sectors. The vast majority of our clients are statutory audits in the private sector with a small number of pension scheme, charity and academic audits, providing a full array of services clients.Working Hours :Monday- Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Open and honest,Self-motivated,Flexible and proactive,Customer focused,Able to make decisions,Able to use initiative,Able to work under pressure,Able to work to deadlines,Confident communicator,Strong interpersonal skills,Committed to the qualification,Microsoft Office skills,Enthusiasm,Commitment to Self - Improving....Read more...
