This is a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship role - split 80/20 between working and earning with the employer gaining valuable hands on skills, and learning & gaining qualifications with Solveway Apprenticeships!
The role will provide the opportunity for someone who has a genuine interest in accountancy to start their career in accountancy. The role will be varied and you will be provided 'on-the-job' training to support your AAT apprenticeship studies.
What will the apprentice be doing?
You will largely be working on bookkeeping, VAT and accounts preparation projects but will also assist in some of the day to day functions that are essential to keeping the office running smoothly.
Some typical responsibilities will include;
- Bookkeeping in the office
- Prepare VAT returns for review
- Preparation of accounts for review (includes unincorporated and incorporated entities)
- Preparation of personal, partnership and company tax returns and computations for review
- Completion of jobs as efficiently as possible
- New client set ups including the preparation of client engagement letters and 64-8s as instructed
Working week
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Total hours per week: 37.5 hours a week
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Gaining the AAT Level 3 (AQ2022) qualification
Studying the following modules:
- FAPS - Preparing Financical Statements
- MATS - Management Accounting Techniques
- TPFB - Tax Processes for Businesses
- BUAW - Business Awareness
Training is via our live online learning portal, typically one day a week. Support by a qualified tutor and work coach to ensure successful completion of your apprenticeship.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
After successfully achieving the AAT Level 3 qualification, the candidate will be considered for the Level 4 AAT Apprenticeship training and/or the opportunity to progress to a more senior level with the firm and a career within accountancy.
Desired skills and personal qualities
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4+) - essential
- GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4+) - essential
About the employer
At TaxAssist Accountants, we provide a personal and professional accounting service tailored to you. We help start-ups, sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, property landlords, contractors, freelancers and individual taxpayers.
If you are looking to find an accountant who will allow you to spend more time doing what you do best then contact us today. We provide all the services you would expect from an accountant, including accounts, tax, payroll, business advice and much more. Whatever business you operate, our local, expert advisors will guide you every step of the way.
319 Ashley Road,
Poole,
Dorset,
BH14 0AP
https://www.taxassist.co.uk/accountants/poole
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: £15,600.00-£21,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Have you lived in the UK for the last 3 years?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving licence with access to your own car (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
