Company Description
McCabe Ford Williams is a long-established firm of Chartered Accountants, Tax Advisors, and Licensed Probate Practitioners with offices across Kent, including Cranbrook, Ashford, Dover, Herne Bay, Maidstone, Rochester, and Sittingbourne. Since 1936, the firm has supported small and medium-sized enterprises and family businesses across Kent, London, and the South East with audit, accountancy, tax, and business services. The team combines the expertise and breadth of a larger London-based firm with a more accessible, cost-effective local presence. Services include accounting and audit, taxation planning and advice (including Making Tax Digital support), business start-up and development, payroll and bookkeeping. With 14 Partners and over 100 professional staff, McCabe Ford Williams focuses on building strong client relationships and tailoring solutions to each organisation’s needs.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site Accounts Apprentice role based in Cranbrook. The Accounts Apprentice will assist with bookkeeping tasks, data entry, and maintaining accurate financial records for a range of clients. Daily activities may include supporting the preparation of accounts, assisting with bank reconciliations, processing invoices, and helping compile documentation for accounts and tax returns under supervision. The role will involve working closely with experienced accountants to learn firm procedures, accounting standards, and relevant software packages. The Accounts Apprentice will also be expected to participate in training towards a relevant professional qualification, contribute to team projects, and provide administrative support where required.
Qualifications
- Foundational numerical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work accurately with financial data.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues and clients.
- Basic IT proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and willingness to learn accounting software.
- Organisational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a busy office environment.
- Genuine interest in accountancy and business, with a desire to develop a long-term career in professional services.
- Willingness to undertake formal study toward an accounting qualification (e.g., AAT or equivalent), supported by the firm.
- This opportunity would be well suited to a recent school leaver with strong A-level results.
- Positive, proactive attitude, openness to feedback, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Pay: From £15,600.00 per year
Work Location: In person
