Apprentice Accountant

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Braintree; On-site; GBP 14,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated accounting firm in Braintree is seeking a motivated Apprentice Accountant to join their team. This opportunity allows you to start your career in accountancy while gaining practical experience and completing company-funded qualifications. Key responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of VAT returns, supporting with CIS returns, and general bookkeeping tasks. Ideal candidates should hold GCSEs in Maths and English. The role offers a competitive wage and structured training for long-term career progression.

Benefits

Commission based billing

10% annual bonus

28 days annual leave including Bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Support with CIS returns.
• Aid in the preparation of year-end accounts.
• Perform general bookkeeping tasks using accounting software.
• Provide administrative support to the team as required.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Education

GCSE in Maths and English (grade C / 5 or above)

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Apprentice Accountant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in accountancy while gaining practical experience alongside completing their company funded qualifications.

Wage

£13,800 a year

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Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday 9am‑5pm, 35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 2 February 2026

Duration

1 year

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Support with CIS returns
• Aid in the preparation of year‑end accounts
• Perform general bookkeeping tasks using accounting software
• Provide administrative support to the team as required

Where you’ll work

Corner House
Market Place
Braintree
CM7 3HQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

FIRST INTUITION CHELMSFORD LIMITED

What you’ll learn

Course contents

• Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
• Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes.
• Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
• Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
• Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
• Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Communicate financial information in a way that non‑finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
• Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
• Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
• Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
• Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
• Record and analyse financial data using the organisation's standard tools and processes.
• Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
• Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
• Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
• Investigate, resolve or elevate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
• Communicate financial information in a way that non‑finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
• Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
• Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
• Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

Training schedule

The successful candidate will be required to attend weekday courses, once a week, at First Intuition to study towards their AAT Level 3 qualification as well as mentoring towards the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship knowledge, skills, and behaviours.

Essential qualifications

GCSE in Maths and English (grade C / 5 or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working

About this employer

ST Accountancy are a dedicated team of experts offering tailored accounting solutions in Braintree, Essex. They serve small businesses, self‑employed professionals and larger enterprises. They provide high‑quality financial advice and accounting services around Braintree including tax advice.

https://staccountancy.co.uk/braintree-accountants/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Commission based billing on top of base salary, up 10% annual bonus providing business meets yearly targets and personal targets are reached, 28 days annual leave including Bank holidays.

After this apprenticeship

• On successful completion of your AAT qualification, there may be the opportunity to continue onto further studies and progression within the company.

Contact

FIRST INTUITION CHELMSFORD LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000003822.

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Closes in 28 days (Friday 2 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

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