Accounts Assistant (Apprentice)

CMR Jobs Limited; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

CMR Jobs Limited is recruiting an Accounts Apprentice in Cheadle Hulme to learn and develop within a growing accountancy practice. You will support the contractor accountancy team with a variety of administrative and accounts duties while training for a recognised qualification.

This full‑time, permanent role offers a salary of £17,000–£21,000 depending on age and experience, and a clear path to professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• No prior accountancy experience required.
• Hardworking and willing to learn.
• Team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with confirmation statements for limited companies.
• Supporting Companies House submissions and client identity verification checks.
• Helping manage incoming and outgoing post and general administration.
• Assisting with self‑assessment tax return information and submissions.
• Supporting bookkeeping tasks and the preparation of VAT returns.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring client information is kept up to date.
• Providing general support to the contractor accountancy team and helping deliver a good service to clients.

Job description

Location: Cheadle Hulme

Salary: £17,000-£21,000 per annum, depending on age and experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

Are you looking to start a career in accountancy with a role where you can learn, develop and build a long-term future?

We're working with a growing accountancy practice looking to recruit an Accounts Apprentice to join its contractor accountancy team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who is keen to learn how an accountancy practice operates, develop practical skills and work towards a recognised qualification.

You'll initially support the team with a variety of administrative and accounts-related duties, gaining hands‑on experience while learning from experienced colleagues. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you'll have the opportunity to take on more responsibility and develop your technical accounting skills.

The Role

• Assisting with confirmation statements for limited companies.
• Supporting Companies House submissions and client identity verification checks.
• Helping manage incoming and outgoing post and general administration.
• Assisting with self‑assessment tax return information and submissions.
• Supporting bookkeeping tasks and the preparation of VAT returns.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring client information is kept up to date.
• Providing general support to the contractor accountancy team and helping deliver a good service to clients.

As you progress, you'll be given the opportunity to develop your understanding of accounts, tax and wider accountancy practice work.

What We're Looking For

You don't need previous accountancy experience for this role. We're more interested in finding someone with the right attitude and potential.

• Hardworking, organised and willing to learn.
• Sociable and comfortable working as part of a team.
• Reliable, with a positive attitude towards taking on new tasks.
• Keen to build a career in accountancy and work towards professional qualifications.
• Comfortable communicating with colleagues and, over time, clients.

Whether you've recently left school or college, are considering a career change, or are simply looking for an opportunity to get into accountancy, we'd be interested in hearing from you.

Training and Progression

You’ll receive practical, on‑the‑job experience alongside structured apprenticeship training, allowing you to earn while you learn.

The longer‑term aim is to help you progress into a fully qualified accountant. Following completion of your apprenticeship, the firm will also support your continued professional development by covering exam costs.