AAT Level 4 Accounting Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local accounting firm in Cirencester seeks a motivated Accounting Apprentice. You will be involved in bookkeeping, VAT returns, and client management while working in a supportive team. This role includes a level 4 training course and offers a pathway to a full-time role upon completion. An ideal candidate is detail-oriented, good with numbers, and eager to learn. The firm encourages personal development and provides hands-on experience early in the apprenticeship.

Benefits

Free parking

Modern office

Friendly team

Team social events

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE in English and Maths at grade 4.
• AAT Level 2 qualification is a plus.
• Detail-oriented and good with numbers.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT returns and support payroll processing.
• Assist in managing client queries and year-end accounts.

Skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Team working

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4)

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Summary
We're looking for a motivated Accounting Apprentice to join our team. Learn bookkeeping, accounts prep and client work from day 1. If you are detail-focused, good with numbers, enjoy being around people and want a place where you'll be supported and developed this is one of the best opportunities to kick start your career.

Wage
£14,918.80 to £24,126.96, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage
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Training course
Professional accounting technician (level 4)

Hours
Monday to Thursday 8:45 to 5pm with half hour lunch | Friday 8:45 to 4pm.
38 hours a week

Start date
Monday 19 January 2026

Duration
1 year 6 months

Positions available
1

Work

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

What you'll do at work

• Bookkeeping and bank reconciliations
• Preparing VAT returns
• Supporting payroll processing
• Assisting with year‑end accounts
• Helping manage client queries
• Working with accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
• Keeping internal systems and client files organised
• Learning how to spot issues before they become problems
• Contributing ideas, because your voice actually matters here.

Where you'll work

214 Watermoor Point
Watermoor Road
Cirencester
GL7 1LF

Training

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

Training provider

NEW COLLEGE SWINDON

Training course

Professional accounting technician (level 4)

What you'll learn

• Collate and analyse financial information, and show how that information can be used most effectively to support value creation within an organisation.
• Apply accounting principles and adhere to legislation to ensure records are accurate and compliant with law or company policy when delivering accounting activities, such as the financial accounting of single entities, limited companies or partnerships or management accounting activities for an organisation.
• Apply professional scepticism when undertaking accounting activities to inform and evaluate decision making on the content of true and fair accounts, being alert to conditions that may indicate possible misstatement of financial information due to error or fraud, establishing the facts sensitively and being aware of unconscious bias.
• Interpret financial information for accounting purposes, such as using judgement to determine the correct way to report or account for transaction or undertaking ratio analysis.
• Participate in or support others with quality improvement activities, for example the improvement of personal working practices.
• Use software packages to assist with accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
• Deliver accounting tasks with a critical eye to transactions and trends, demonstrating a "right first time approach".
• Use workload management principles to plan, organise and prioritise own tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Use accounting information to add value to the organisation through use of data visualisations, analysis and interpretation, and communicate financial information in a way that facilitates understanding for non-finance stakeholders.
• Communicate accounting information through a variety of media to enable key stakeholders to understand what is required, considering the risks and benefits to the organisation of social media and other digital applications.
• Build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver accounting tasks, recognising the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Training schedule

AAT LEVEL 4 Apprenticeship Standard at New College Swindon.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

• GCSE in English (grade 4)
• GCSE in Maths (grade 4)

Other in

• AAT (grade 2)

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

Skills

• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Team working

About this employer

OrangeStipe Outsourcing & Accountancy (OS2+A) Ltd is an established, independent practice serving clients across Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and beyond. We pride ourselves on delivering accurate, reliable and Value for money accounting and outsourced finance services. We support a wide range of small and medium sized businesses, our work covers bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, accounts preparations and advisory support. Attention to detail matters to us and so does developing people. As a small friendly team, we offer apprentices the chance to learn directly with experienced accountants, work on real client files early on and build confidence quickly. Our environment is supportive, down to earth and focused on helping every team member to develop professionally.

https://www.orangestripeoutsourcing.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Easy drive to Cirencester with free parking. Modern office, friendly team, and breakout area with hot food. Nearby food vendors. Mostly on-site for hands-on learning, occasional remote work possible. Variety of team social events.

After this apprenticeship

• Full-time Accounting Role – step straight into a permanent position within the practice, working with real clients and taking on more responsibility.
• Specialist Areas – develop skills in payroll, VAT, bookkeeping, or accounts preparation, depending on your interests and strengths.
• Professional Qualifications – continue your studies towards AAT Level 4 Diploma, ACA/ACCA, or other accounting qualifications, fully supported by the practice.
• Team Leadership – as you gain experience, opportunities may arise to supervise junior staff or future apprentices.
• Broader Business Support Roles – learn the ins and outs of running a small practice, from client management to workflow improvement, giving you skills for a wide range of finance and business roles.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NEW COLLEGE SWINDON

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000003742.

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Closes on Monday 5 January 2026