AAT Audit and Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Duties;

Assisting in the external audits of small and medium-sized companies and charities (our typical audit clients have turnovers ranging from £1m to £50m) Performing walkthrough testing and substantive testing Supporting and reporting to the audit senior and manager Preparation of financial statements for small companies, sole traders and partnerships Ad-hoc assignments as necessary. This may include working for other MC offices, bookkeeping, VAT return preparation and management accounts




Training:

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT.

This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry-level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.  
Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.  
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies to Level 4.  
To pass this level, you will need to study the following four units: 

Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS) Management Accounting Techniques (MATS) Tax Processes for Business (TPFB) Business Awareness (BUAW)

You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and discussion with a supporting portfolio

Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom-based lessons or Live Online.

An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking, and you must dedicate time to off-the-job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship. 

Training Outcome:

Opportunity to continue studying towards either ACCA or ACA upon completion of AAT. In house training provided and full support to develop individuals. Good candidates can progress to management level within 1-2 years of completing their ACCA / ACA exams.
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Employer Description:
A large independent firm of Chartered Accountants in the North West of England. With 29 partners and over 250 employees around our 4 offices. As well as Audit, accounting and tax services for clients we offer specialist VAT, trusts and estates, R & D, tax advisory to our clients. We also have a wide range of client sectors and have specialists in Professional services, Medical, Sports and Entertaining, Manufacturing and Hotels and Leisure

Working Hours :
37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills