Accounts Technician Apprentice (Level 4) – On-the-Job Training

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Chichester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

James Todd & Co in Chichester offers an Apprentice Accounts Assistant role tied to a Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on experience across accounts prep, tax, and wider practice work while studying at CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP.

You will work mainly in the office with some study time, 37.5 hours per week, and 6 hours of study weekly. Training begins Nov 9, 2026 for 1 year 6 months with two positions available.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 or above.
• Clear communication and numeracy skills.
• Interest in developing a career in accounts and tax.

Responsibilities

• Process client data using cloud software (Xero, Dext, Sage, QuickBooks).
• Assist with year-end accounts and tax work under supervision.
• Prepare and file corporation and personal tax returns as needed.
• Support with ad hoc duties and ensure work within client budgets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Team player

Proactive

Education

GCSE English (4+)

GCSE Maths (4+)

Tools

Xero

Dext

Sage

QuickBooks

CCH suite

Job description

James Todd & Co in Chichester offers an Apprentice Accounts Assistant role tied to a Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on experience across accounts prep, tax, and wider practice work while studying at CHICHESTER COLLEGE GROUP.

You will work mainly in the office with some study time, 37.5 hours per week, and 6 hours of study weekly. Training begins Nov 9, 2026 for 1 year 6 months with two positions available.