Apprentice Accountant

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Ipswich is offering an exciting apprenticeship opportunity in the accounts team. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience while working towards an AAT qualification. Responsibilities include preparation of year end accounts, reconciliation, and collaboration with client managers. Competitive salary and a supportive training schedule provided as part of the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• GCSE in 5 subjects, including English and Maths, is required.
• A Level in any subject is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of year end accounts and associated tax calculations.
• Working alongside client managers to assist with their ledgers.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts like bank and sales ledger.
• Preparing reports and documents.
• Collaborating with the team to enhance business aspect.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Strong maths and English skill

Adaptable, keen and flexible

Punctual

Organised

Ability to prioritise

IT skills (Word and Excel)

Education

GCSE in 5 subjects including English and Maths (grade 9-4 (A*-C))

A Level in any subject (grade Pass)

Job description

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an apprentice to join the accounts team at Gascoynes. The successful candidate will be trained on different accounting software whilst working towards their AAT qualification. The role includes working with the team to grow the accounts aspect of the business, preparation of year end accounts and more.

Wage

• £15,000 a year
• Annual wage will vary between £15,500 – £17,000 depending on experience

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm; 38 hours a week

Start date

Monday 3 August 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

• Preparation of year end accounts and associated tax calculations
• Working alongside client managers to assist with their ledgers
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts (bank, purchase ledger, sales ledger, PAYE, wages, VAT etc.)
• Prepare reports, letters and other documents
• Working towards a multitude of deadlines on behalf of yourself and the wider team
• Working with the team to grow the accounts aspect of the business

Where you’ll work

Unit 6-8, Hillview Business Park
Old Ipswich Road, Claydon
Ipswich
IP6 0AJ

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

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

What you’ll learn

• 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 extend 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

• Full support with study costs whilst completing the Level 3 AAT Accounts Assistant (depending on current qualifications) apprenticeship that is offered.
• Following the initial completion of the apprenticeship, you will receive continued support to complete the AAT qualification.
• The successful candidate will be required to attend weekday courses, once a week, at their nearest First Intuition centre to study towards their AAT Level 3 qualification as well as mentoring towards the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship knowledge, skills, and behaviours.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in 5 subjects including English and Maths (grade 9-4 (A*-C)).

Desirable qualifications

A Level in any subject (grade Pass).

Other requirements

Gascoynes is looking for a school/college leaver to start an apprenticeship in August 2026. Gascoynes will be making conditional offers to candidates based on their predicted grades. Working week is 37.5 hours with overtime expected in busier periods. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that is part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Applicants will need to travel to their nearest First Intuition centre for AAT courses. The position is for a Level 3 apprenticeship; however, a Level 2 apprenticeship will be considered if it is more suitable for the successful candidate.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience
• Strong maths and English skill
• Adaptable, keen and flexible
• Punctual
• Organised
• Ability to prioritise
• IT skills (Word and Excel)

About this employer

Gascoynes Accountants provide expert accountancy advice to businesses across Norfolk and Suffolk; with offices in Bury St Edmunds, Wymondham, Ipswich and Stowmarket. We provide day to day advice on clients Tax Returns or accounts package and are trusted advisers who help move our clients businesses forward. Our simple, down‑to‑earth approach to accountancy puts us in the best position to help our clients.

After this apprenticeship

Possible progression to study AAT Level 4 and/or Level 7 ACCA/ICAEW after successful completion of the Level 3 apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

FIRST INTUITION CHELMSFORD LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000344772.

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Closes on Wednesday 31 December 2025