Apprentice Accounts Assistant Intermediate Level 2 (GCSE)

Working out of both Barnsley and Sheffield offices, we provide traditional accounting and tax services and seek an aspiring, motivated and enthusiastic accounts apprentice. You must have a developing interest in the accounting profession working within a busy professional office environment.

Reporting to the Management Accountant

Summary of Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• You will develop accountancy skills in double-entry bookkeeping and basic costs, as well as an understanding of purchase, sales and general ledgers
• Learn to use accounting software and to develop the professional skills and behaviours needed to contribute effectively in the workplace

College supported skills areas in the first year will be:

• Bookkeeping Transactions
• Bookkeeping Controls
• Elements of Costing
• Using Accounting Software

Developing skills with in-house training and college support within the areas of bespoke tax planning, asset protection, tax investigation resolution and specialist accountancy.

Miscellaneous:

• A full-time role includes training on the AAT with study time required at work, at home and at college

Standards of Performance:

• Ensure a tidy work environment is maintained
• Maintain confidentiality
• Organise workload to meet deadlines
• Meet the training deadlines of the apprenticeship training

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Accounts Finance Assistant Apprenticeship
• Functional Skills in maths and English, if required 
• Additional qualifications: AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
• Assessment
• Synoptic test and portfolio with reflective discussion at the end of the programme

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• The possibility of a full-time role

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent 5x GCSE including English Language and Maths, Grade GCSE 9-4 Essential

Employer Name

THORNTONS ACCOUNTING LTD

Training provider

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

How to apply?

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Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.