Accounts & Audit Apprentice

An excellent opportunity for a school or college leaver to start a career in accountancy while gaining a professional qualification and valuable practical experience from day one. Joining an independent and growing accountancy firm, you will gain exposure to both accounts and audit, working with a varied client base and developing your skills across different areas of practice.

You will study towards AAT as part of a structured Level 4 apprenticeship, with the opportunity to progress onto ACA once completed. As your knowledge develops, so will your responsibilities, giving you a clear route towards a long-term career in finance.

Job Title:      Accounts & Audit Apprentice          

Job Type:       Perm

Location:        Camberley

Salary:            £20,000 – 23,000

Reference no:  16165

Accounts & Audit Apprentice – Benefits

Fully supported Level 4 apprenticeship

AAT study support

Opportunity to progress onto ACA

Practical experience across accounts and audit

Exposure to a diverse client base

Training and development from experienced accountants

Increasing responsibility as you progress

Opportunity to build a long-term career in finance 

Accounts & Audit Apprentice – About The Role

You will combine your AAT studies with practical experience across both accounts and audit. Working alongside experienced members of the team, you will gain an understanding of how different types of businesses operate and how accountancy services are delivered to clients.

The role will give you a broad introduction to practice, with your responsibilities increasing as you develop your technical knowledge and confidence. Key responsibilities:

Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts

Support audit assignments and complete basic audit testing

Prepare working papers and supporting schedules

Assist with bookkeeping and accounting tasks where required

Gain experience working with clients across different sectors

Assist with day-to-day client queries

Develop your understanding of accounting standards and audit procedures

Work closely with senior members of the team

Take on additional responsibilities as your experience develops

The successful Accounts & Audit Apprentice will have:

Genuine interest in pursuing a career in accountancy

Strong academic ability

Good communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Good organisational skills

Willingness to learn and develop

Positive and professional approach

Ability to work as part of a team

Full right to work in the UK

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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