Apprentice Accounts Assistant Plymouth, England
Job description
Employer Details
https://fuelaccountancy.co.uk/
Everybody and everything needs fuel. Cars need fuel to run, plants need fuel to grow and people need fuel to go about their daily lives. Businesses need fuel too and the aim of Fuel Accountancy Services is to provide this – to help clients survive and thrive.
We try to be innovative and different to other Accountancy practices – examples of which are that we finish at 4.30pm everyday & work in a vibrant, fun and modern open-plan environment!
Clients seek a professional service but they also want to deal with people who take an interest in them, who are approachable and who put them at ease. For this reason, our recruitment process places as much emphasis on personality as on academic and technical skills. Personality-wise we are looking for someone who is outgoing and is looking to learn and grow in a fast-growing practice
We set high professional standards but combine this with a relaxed atmosphere where a good sense of humour is regarded as an essential attribute.
This is a great opportunity to start to your career in Accountancy. As an Apprentice Accounts Assistant you will support your colleagues in providing a range of accountancy services to our clients. You will gain the experience and knowledge to progress through the AAT qualifications and, if appropriate, progress thereafter to further professional qualifications. We are looking for someone who can learn from the bottom and grow to the top.
Training to be provided
You will undertake the “Accounts Assistant” or the “Assistant Accountant” Apprenticeship (the Levels 2 and 3 Apprenticeship in Accounting respectively), with full support from Accountancy Learning as part of their Apprenticeship Programme. Your entry level will depend on your prior academic achievements and practical experience.
Assessment will be by an “End Point Assessment” and will be graded “Pass” or “Distinction”. This will include two elements:
- A Professional Discussion at Level 3 or an Interview at Level 2. These will include a series of questions allowing you to to display the knowledge and experience you have obtained over your apprenticeship. You will build a Portfolio of reflections and product evidence that will be used for discussion points in the PD or interview.
- A Synoptic Exam at Level 3 or an In-tray exercise at Level 2. The Synoptic will include elements you have learnt throughout your studies of the individual AAT Units and this will contribute towards your end grade.
If completing the Level 2 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship you will undertake studies for the AAT (Level 2) Foundation Certificate in Accounting. You apprenticeship duration is likely to be 13 months.
If completing the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship you will undertake studies for the AAT (Level 3) Advanced Diploma in Accounting. If appropriate the Level 3 Apprenticeship will include those elements of the Level 2 Certificate deemed necessary to underpin your Level 3 studies. It is anticipated that the duration of the Level 3 Apprenticeship would be 13 to 18 months. These studies will underpin both elements of your “end point assessment”.
You will receive support from both the employer, and the training provider, to complete and achieve your Apprenticeship and will be given time to study during the week on a day release basis. As you are working towards a professional qualification, it is also expected that you will continue your studies outside of normal office hours.
As you learn more in both the office and in your studies, your responsibilities, and the variety of tasks you undertake, are expected to increase.
Vacancy description
As an Apprentice Accounts Assistant you will work as part of a team assisting with clients’ accounting needs.
This position involves a number of different aspects, which will evolve as your own experience and skills develop. These will include:
- Providing bookkeeping services
- Preparation of VAT returns
- Preparation of client payrolls
- Filing Companies House and H M Revenue & Customs documents on client's behalf
- Preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
Assignments will be undertaken primarily in the office. Trainees will have support and on the job training from their seniors and other members of the team.
During your training you will be expected to develop an understanding of the practical issues involved in delivering a high quality and personable service to clients.
Both practical and theoretical training will be undertaken, with an aim to becoming a member of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).
The position might also suit candidates with previous relevant qualifications and experience, who then may be considered for a Higher Apprenticeship undertaking the Professional Accountant Standard. In this instance, salary can be negotiated accordingly.
Desired Skills
You will need to have strong numeracy, literacy skills and IT skills.
However, no prior knowledge of accountancy is required.
A general interest in business will be expected, as will be a willingness to learn. Honesty, confidentiality and integrity is essential.
Personal Qualities
You will need to have an analytical and methodical approach to your work and be able to apply both common sense and technical skills to different assignments and have a high level of computer literacy.
Qualifications Required
- Minimum of 5 GCSE's at Grade 4 (or equivalent) or higher. These should include Maths and English. Business Studies would be a bonus.
- 2 A levels at Grade C or equivalent. Ideally, Maths, Science or Humanities
Although we are looking for a candidate with A Levels, we would consider GCSE candidates with relevant subjects, excellent grades, who are able to display the motivation and drive to succeed and contribute to the business
Future prospects description
It is expected that you will stay with the company following successful completion of your apprenticeship to undertake further qualifications and increase your responsibility in the office.
Employer Question one
Why are you interested in an apprenticeship in accounting?
Employer Question two
Why do you want to work for Fuel Accountancy Services?
Employer Question three
What are your interests and what do you like to do in your spare time?
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship
Salary: £210.00 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
