- GMFJ Reference
159932
- Wages
£5.00 p/h
- Hours
35.00 per week
- Date Posted
17/11/2021
- Start Date
20/12/2021
- Approx. Duration
13 months
- Location
Northumberland
- Status
Now Taking Applications
- Sector
Accountancy
- Opportunity Type
Intermediate Level 2
- Employer
AWS Accountancy Limited
Description
As an Apprentice Accountant you will provide support to the
directors, colleagues, and clients.
The role involves assisting in the day-to-day financial
activities, these include but are not limited to data entry, VAT Returns, and
management accounts along with preparing year-end financial statements.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Processing client
records using various software packages - Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and other
accountancy software
- Using
spreadsheets and databases in accordance with company procedures
- Carrying
out bookkeeping activities including journal postings and ledger
reconciliations
- Preparation
of VAT returns
- Assisting
with financial and management accounts preparation for Sole Traders,
Partnerships and Limited Companies
- Assisting
with managing client expectations and deadlines
- General admin duties
For more information about this vacancy please contact Kaplan Financial on kaplan.recruitment@kaplan.co.uk (Ref ID: 159932)
Company website : awsaccountancy.com
- Experience using Microsoft packages
- An ability to work accurately
- Good Concentration
Foundation Certificate - AAT Level 2
Foundation covers the basic principles of accountancy, and is your starting point if you’ve never studied accountancy before. You’ll learn the basic principles of accountancy, such as double-entry bookkeeping, costing and preparing financial statements, as well as how to use accountancy software.
This level is ideal if you’re new to accountancy and finance, have previously worked in an accounts department, or are looking to change your career into accountancy.
To pass this level, you'll be examined on five units (also known as subjects), of which one includes the synoptic assessment. This tests the knowledge you have gained throughout the level, covering multiple (but not all) units. All assessments are computer-based exams (CBE).
The area you will cover include:
The Apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be a successful Accounts/Finance Assistant, this includes, General Business, Ethical Standards, Communication, Attention to Detail and Professionalism. Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take End Point Assessment.
The Knowledge areas of the standard will be covered through completion of the AAT qualification. Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.
- To be
honest and trustworthy
- Have a
friendly personality
- Have an
understanding of the need for continuous learning and development
- Team
player
Opportunity to progress
to level 4 AAT with potential to progress to further studies
Benefits Include:
- 20 days holiday plus statutory holidays
- Free onsite parking