Audit Assistant - AAT Apprentice

·        Supporting the delivery of assignments through undertaking audit fieldwork both at client premises and in the office

·        Successfully communicating with the client throughout the audit, including systems understanding and for general queries relating to the testing being undertaken

·        Attendance at stock takes

·        Highlighting areas of risk or significance for the Senior or Executive to review

·        Responding to review points and clearing them as and when required

·        Collaborating with all team members and those within the wider business

·        Extracting information from the client’s accounting system and obtaining supporting documents as required

·        Preparation of accounts on Iris (including those under FRS102 and 1A)

·        Completing audit programmes

·        Building relationships with the client (and their team) and acting as an ambassador for the business. You will be expected to professionally represent the firm and its interests in dealings with clients and other professionals

Training:
Completion of the AAT qualification, starting with level 3 before moving on to complete level 4 Studies will be completed via live on-line sessions  Course attendance is typically one day a week.

Training Outcome:

It is expected that on full completion of the AAT qualification (being completion of levels 3 and 4) apprentices move on to study the ACA qualification.  

Promotions and salary increases will be made during the course of completing the full AAT qualification, in line with the individual displaying the appropriate level of knowledge, skills and behaviours relevant to the role.

Employer Description:
At Fortus, we’re all about working with people who are curious, motivated, and up for a challenge. We’re looking for team players who care about their clients, have an eye for detail, and enjoy solving problems in a fast-moving environment. If you’re ready to bring your energy, ideas, and expertise to a team that’s changing the game in accountancy, we’d love to have you on board.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day with flexible start and end times. A standard working week is 37.5 hours with no requirement to work on a weekend or on an evening.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working