MCC Partners Accountants
Business Administration Apprentice
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Business Administration Apprentice
MCC Partners Accountants Limited is a small, dynamic, and growing accountancy practice in Gravesend, Kent, providing a full range of accounting and tax services to SMEs, sole traders, landlords, and the construction industry. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment, and we're looking for an enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join our admin team as we move into new town-centre offices.
Job Title: Business Administration Apprentice
Duties:
Client Service Responsibilities:
- Act as a first point of contact for clients, answering phones and handling enquiries professionally
- Manage incoming emails and direct queries to the right team member
- Book client meetings and coordinate diaries
- Chase clients for outstanding records and information in a timely and friendly manner
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Assist with new client onboarding, including engagement letters and setting up client folders
- Carry out anti-money laundering (AML) and identity checks as part of our compliance process
- Update and maintain client records in our practice management software
- Request HMRC agent authorisations and deal with routine HMRC and Companies House correspondence
- Manage incoming and outgoing post, and log client documents as they arrive
- Scan, file, and organise client paperwork across our digital document management systems
- Help maintain office supplies and equipment
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General Responsibilities:
- Work alongside experienced team members to develop your skills
- Take part in the Business Administration apprenticeship training programme and complete coursework
- Support the wider team during busy periods
Qualifications:
- No prior office experience required, as full training will be provided
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills essential
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office (particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel)
- Ability to learn new software quickly
- Professional, friendly telephone manner
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Good organisational and time management abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Comfortable working in an office that can be fast-moving at times
- Reliable, punctual, and eager to develop professionally
- Additional languages are useful but not required
What We Offer:
- A structured Business Administration apprenticeship programme with a recognised qualification
- Mentorship and full on-the-job training from an experienced team
- Study time allocated for coursework and assessments
- Hands-on experience across a diverse client portfolio
- A supportive and collaborative work environment in new town-centre offices
- Staff uniform provided, with dress-down Fridays
- A clear pathway for career progression within the practice, including senior administration and office management roles
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This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in business administration within a professional services firm. You will gain broad experience of how an accountancy practice runs day-to-day, while earning a recognised qualification that sets you up for long-term success.
If you are motivated, organised, and looking to begin a rewarding career with a growing practice, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@mccpartners.co.uk explaining why you're interested in this apprenticeship. In your cover letter, include what attracts you to business administration and what you hope to achieve through this apprenticeship. Please DO NOT contact us by telephone.
Application Deadline: 23rd October 2026
MCC Partners Accountants Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate: Gravesend DA12 1ED: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Location: Gravesend DA12 1ED (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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