Accounts Apprenticeship

Red Door Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global software solutions company is seeking an Accounts Assistant Apprentice to join their team in Watford. This role is ideal for individuals looking to kickstart their careers in accounting and finance while gaining a nationally recognized qualification (AAT Level 2). Responsibilities include processing invoices, reconciling bank statements, and supporting financial reporting. The right candidate will have strong attention to detail, good numeracy skills, and at least 4 GCSEs including Maths and English. The position offers a salary of £14,700 and excellent training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good numeracy and IT skills (Excel, Word).
• Minimum of 4 GCSEs including Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices.
• Reconciling bank statements.
• Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Support the preparation of monthly reports and spreadsheets.
• Handle queries from suppliers and internal teams.
• Learn and apply accounting principles under supervision.
• Use accounting software and Microsoft Office tools effectively.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Provide support to other areas of the business.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good numeracy skills

IT skills (Excel, Word)

Effective communication

Education

Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Grade 4 / C or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Our client, a global software solutions company, are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant Apprentice join their UK office in Watford.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in accounting and finance while gaining a nationally recognised qualification (AAT Level 2).

Successful completion of the apprenticeship may lead to progression to AAT Level 3 and beyond!

What’s in it for you?

• Salary : £14,700 (statutory £7.55 per hour)
• Hours : 9am-5pm with ½ an hour for lunch

Training Provided

• AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting
• On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced finance professionals.
• Opportunities for progression to higher-level AAT qualifications

Key responsibilities

• Processing invoices
• Reconciling bank statements
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Support the preparation of monthly reports and spreadsheets.
• Handle queries from suppliers and internal teams.
• Learn and apply accounting principles under supervision.
• Use accounting software and Microsoft Office tools effectively.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Provide support to other areas of the business such as Sales and Marketing
• Assisting with data entry

What the employer is looking for

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good numeracy and IT skills (Excel, Word)
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
• Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Grade 4 / C or above) including Maths and English