Accounts Apprentice

Location: Ashbourne

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Apprentice to join the Ashbourne Accounts team at Smith Cooper.

The role will involve a comprehensive training programme where you will be able to learn various topics including bookkeeping, preparation of VAT returns, and preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and companies.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the accounts team with preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and companies
• Assisting in the completion of bookkeeping, with a view to producing regular management accounts for clients
• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns and payrolls to ensure that timetables are met
• Assisting other members of the accounts team with administration tasks as required
• Maintaining good relationships with clients

The ideal candidate

• Will have a basic level of IT competency using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Will have an interest in accounting and a good grasp of numbers
• Be methodical and approach tasks with attention to detail
• Be positive, friendly, and flexible in your approach
• Work well in a team environment
• Must be eligible for the AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
• Maths A-Level is preferred but not essential

Why Smith Cooper?

• We are a multi-award winning, Accountancy Age Top 45, accountancy and business advisory firm
• We work with ambitious businesses of different sizes across a variety of sectors – no two jobs are the same
• The firm’s Partners remain actively invested in the development of staff, and will take a direct interest in your professional development whilst supporting your progression

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance
• Smith Cooper Reward Scheme which offers huge discounts on a wide variety of websites, shops and services
• Health cash plan (cash back on healthcare including dental visits, physiotherapy etc) including an employee assistance helpline available 24/7
• Recruitment referral scheme when you introduce and we recruit a friend or family member
• Client referral scheme
• Dress for diary policy
• Social events and annual companywide away days

To apply, please upload a copy of your CV and a cover letter to our job portal. Any applications made without both supporting documents will be rejected.