Accounts apprentice

Xeinadin; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Enhanced family leave policies

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7

Job summary

Xeinadin in Altrincham is offering an Accounts Apprentice position in a permanent, office-based role. You will gain hands-on experience in bookkeeping, VAT returns, year-end accounts, tax filings, and payroll management while learning on the job.

You will work with experienced professionals, develop core accounting skills, and benefit from a supportive environment and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Keen to pursue an accountancy qualification (such as AAT) and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit VAT returns, and undertake bookkeeping tasks such as maintaining accurate financial records.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and assist with balance sheet items, ensuring all financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Assist in the preparation of limited company and sole trader accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Manage business tax filings for clients, ensuring timely completion and adherence to regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Learning agility

Tools

Office 365

Excel

Word

Job description

Vacancy Name Accounts apprentice

Vacancy No VN2372

Employment Type Permanent

Duration N/A

Location City Altrincham

Location Country United Kingdom

Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description As an Apprentice Accountant at Xeinadin, you will embark on an exciting journey to gain hands‑on experience while working towards an industry-recognised qualification in accountancy. This role provides exposure to key aspects of accountancy, including bookkeeping, VAT returns, year‑end accounts, tax filings, and payroll management. You will work closely with experienced professionals, learning on the job, and developing your skills in a supportive, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete and submit VAT returns, and undertake bookkeeping tasks such as maintaining accurate financial records.


• Conduct bank reconciliations and assist with balance sheet items, ensuring all financial records are accurate and up-to-date.


• Assist in the preparation of limited company and sole trader accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.


• Manage business tax filings for clients, ensuring timely completion and adherence to regulations.

Key Requirements Keen to pursue an accountancy qualification (such as AAT) and eager to learn.

Additional Requirements

• Experience using Office 365, particularly Excel and Word


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks.


• Good communication skills, with the ability to engage with clients and team members effectively.


• A strong desire to learn and grow within the accountancy profession.


• A focus on precision and accuracy in all tasks, particularly in financial records and reports.


• A collaborative team player, able to work effectively with others while building strong client relationships.


• Demonstrates a professional attitude in all aspects of the role, maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards.

Model Office Based

Salary Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme


• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays


• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority


• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum


• Business closure over Christmas*


• Life Assurance x4 annual salary


• Enhanced family leave policies


• Enhanced Company Sick Pay


• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential


• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:

• Critical Illness Cover


• Cash plan


• Cycle to work


• Eye care


• Dental


• subject to exceptions and business needs