Accounts Apprentice (AAT Level 3)

Reed; Essex; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Support with AAT studies

Clear progression opportunities

Job summary

Reed in Leigh-on-Sea is seeking an Accounts Apprentice to join a friendly team and develop practical accounting skills while pursuing AAT studies. You will work alongside experienced accountants, handling bookkeeping tasks and supporting senior staff.

The role is ideal for someone starting out in accountancy, aiming to build a long-term career. It offers office-based work, ongoing training, and progression opportunities within practice.

Qualifications

• Currently studying AAT Level 3 or progressing from AAT Level 2.
• Keen to build a long-term career within accountancy practice.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.
• Process bookkeeping records using cloud-based accounting software.
• Prepare VAT returns and supporting schedules.
• Perform bank and control account reconciliations.
• Assist with management accounts and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation.
• Liaise with clients to obtain information and answer basic queries.
• Support senior team members with day-to-day accounting tasks.
• Ensure deadlines are met and work is completed accurately.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

AAT Level 3

AAT Level 2 progression

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Leigh-on-Sea Office-Based Up to £28,000 Full-Time

Launch Your Career in Accountancy

A successful and growing accountancy practice based in Leigh-on-Sea is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Accounts Apprentice to join its friendly and supportive team.

This opportunity is ideally suited to someone who is currently studying AAT Level 3 and is looking to gain valuable hands-on experience within a professional accountancy environment. You'll work alongside experienced accountants, developing your technical knowledge while building the foundations for a long-term and rewarding career in practice.

The Role

As an Accounts Apprentice, you will support the accounts team with a range of accounting and bookkeeping duties while continuing your professional studies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.
• Processing bookkeeping records using cloud-based accounting software.
• Preparing VAT returns and supporting schedules.
• Performing bank and control account reconciliations.
• Assisting with management accounts and financial reporting.
• Maintaining accurate client records and documentation.
• Liaising with clients to obtain information and answer basic queries.
• Supporting senior team members with day-to-day accounting tasks.
• Ensuring deadlines are met and work is completed accurately.

About You

• Currently studying AAT Level 3 or progressing from AAT Level 2.
• Keen to build a long-term career within accountancy practice.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Positive, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of up to £28,000 depending on experience.
• Full-time, office-based role in Leigh-on-Sea.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Support with AAT studies.
• Clear progression opportunities within the practice.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients and industries.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Excellent opportunity to develop a successful career in accountancy.