AAT Trainee Audit Apprenticeship

Menzies LLP; Hatton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm of advisers and accountants in Hatton seeks candidates for their AAT Level 3–4 Apprenticeship programme. This opportunity offers a fast-tracked career development plan and the chance to work in their Audit & Assurance department, gaining valuable insights into financial operations of Not For Profit organizations. Candidates should have 2 A levels and 5 GCSEs, with strong attention to detail and communication skills. Join to embark on a rewarding career in accountancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 A levels (A–C) and one other A level or equivalent.
• 5 GCSEs grades A–C, including Maths and English Language.
• Ability to absorb new information and adapt quickly.

Responsibilities

• Gain insights into how Not For Profit organisations operate.
• Contribute to audit & assurance reviews of financials.
• Possibility of progressing to further studies after AAT.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical proficiency

Effective communication

Education

2 A levels (A–C) and one other A level or equivalent

5 GCSEs grades A–C (including Maths and English Language)

Job description

Overview

Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first‑class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work. Join Menzies LLP on our AAT Level 3 – 4 Apprenticeship programme and embark on an exciting career journey in accountancy. We’ll invest in you to develop the knowledge, skills and experience you need to build an exciting career full of diverse opportunities and unique experiences. You’ll enjoy a fast‑tracked career development plan that recognises your potential and rewards your ambition.

Menzies LLP is on a mission to be recognised as the leading firm of advisers and accountants to individuals and businesses. Inspiring people through BRIGHTER THINKING is how we sum up the difference we make to our clients. It's our finance and accounting expertise, combined with strategic commercial thinking with our values as the bedrock of our success. At Menzies LLP we strive to Inspire, Innovate, Collaborate and Empathise. We are proud of having been recognised as one of the best Graduate & Apprenticeship Employers for the past 5 years by JobCrowd.com.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 × A levels (A–C) and one other A level or equivalent
• 5 GCSEs grades A–C (including Maths and English Language or equivalent)
• Ability to absorb new information and adapt quickly
• Comfortable working with numbers and demonstrating strong attention to detail
• Clear and thoughtful written and verbal communication skills
• Able to explain financial information in an accessible and supportive manner

Responsibilities

You will be based in our Audit & Assurance department where you’ll gain valuable insights into how Not For Profit organisations operate and the challenges they face. Your responsibilities will grow as you progress through the programme. Your career with Menzies doesn’t just stop once you complete your AAT qualification; you can be given the opportunity to progress onto further studies, such as the 3‑year ACA qualification. Our Audit & Assurance teams carry out a detailed, risk‑based review of a company’s financials to determine whether the financial statements are an accurate reflection. We look to challenge the financial operations of a company and help to improve the internal processes of a business. This is critical in today’s business world as its financial statements are one of only a small number of documents that a company will place into the public domain, and a quality audit gives confidence in what is delivered to all stakeholders.