The apprentice will receive exposure to a variety of tasks across the practice whilst working across both the VAT team and the Accounts team, assisting in the preparation and delivery of a mix of services offered by the practice to clients from an array of different industries.

The Accounts Apprentice will support the finance team with day-to-day tasks while developing their knowledge through on-the-job training and formal study.

Responsibilities

• Helping to maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and checking transactions against statements
• Preparing and updating spreadsheets in Excel
• Assisting with the processing of purchase invoices and sales invoices
• Assisting with entering data into accounting software
• Supporting the team with year-end preparations for limited company, partnerships, and sole traders
• Handling general finance administration, such as scanning, photocopying, and responding to email queries

Requirements

• GCSE in:
  • English (grade C/4)
  • Maths (grade C/4)
• AAT Level 3 (grade Pass)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician Apprenticeship Standard:

• The successful applicant will be allocated with an assessor who will visit them in the workplace once every 6-8 weeks
• In addition, they will attend weekly classes in college to work towards their AAT Level 4 qualification

Benefits

• Potential permanent role for the right candidate

About Parkes & Co

Parkes & Co is an independent accountancy and business advisory practice, based in Kingswinford (West Midlands). Our aim is to provide a highly personalised service, with specialist advice, that makes a real difference to you and your business.