Accounts or Finance Assistant Apprentice
SJW Accountancy & Bookkeeping · Leyburn, DL8 5AB
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in accountancy, gaining hands-on experience working with real businesses while studying towards your qualification. You’ll be supported by an experienced team with the opportunity to progress.
The work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
The successful candidate will:
- Bookkeeping for a range of clients
- Bank reconciliations
- Assisting with VAT returns
- Using Xero
- Maintaining financial records
- Gradually getting involved with accounts preparation as their knowledge develops
- Communicating with clients and members of the team
- Learning how an accountancy practice supports businesses with their day-to-day finances
Training
- AAT Foundation certificate in accounting
(Level 2) - https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0608
v1-4 - Location – Leyburn, North Yorkshire
- Working 5 days per week inclusive of 1 day release for study at Darlington College
Training provider: DARLINGTON COLLEGE
What you come out with
For the right person, we hope this apprenticeship will be the start of a long-term career with SJW Accountancy & Bookkeeping, with opportunities to continue developing their accountancy knowledge and experience following successful completion.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Reliable
- Motivated
- Thorough
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE Maths and English 4/C
Things to consider
- The successful candidate must be able to travel to and from work independently. A full driving license and your own transport would be advantageous
- Please note that in line with UK apprenticeship regulations, you must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England. This should cover the entire expected term of learning and residency should be held for a minimum of 3 years, exceptions may apply, please see Apprenticeship funding rules for full guidance
The employer
SJW Accountancy & Bookkeeping is a friendly, growing accountancy practice based in Leyburn, North Yorkshire. We work with businesses across a wide range of sectors, providing accountancy, bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and business support. We’re a close-knit team who believe in using technology such as Xero to make our clients’ lives easier, while still providing a personal service. For someone starting their accountancy career, it’s a great environment to gain broad, practical experience and learn how businesses really work.
Workplace
- Thornborough Hall, Leyburn, DL8 5AB