Apprentice Accountant

Government jobs, apprenticeship

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 13,000 - 17,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off as annual leave

Close between Christmas and New Year

Job summary

ST Accountancy, based in Suffolk, is seeking an Apprentice Accountant to gain hands-on experience while completing Level 2 accounting training. The role covers VAT and CIS returns, year-end preparation, and general bookkeeping with accounting software, while studying at Suffolk New College.

You will work 35 hours a week, mainly in-office in Ipswich, with time away for college. The apprenticeship starts in September 2026 and lasts one year, offering a pathway to professional qualifications and

Qualifications

Apprenticeship starts Sep 2026 (Monday 7 September 2026).
1 year duration with 35 hours per week.
4 days in office and 1 day at college per week.
Training towards professional accounting qualifications (Level 2).
Entry to apprenticeship with company-funded qualifications.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care

Problem solving

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Education

GCSE English and Maths

AAT Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

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 hands‑on experience alongside completing their company funded qualifications.

Wage

£14,600 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

There is monthly commission available and annual bonuses.

Training course Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Hours 9.00am - 5,00pm, Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch. 4 days working in the office and one day at college per week.

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

1 year

Positions available

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

Assist in the preparation and submission of VAT return
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

6 THE SQUARE
MARTLESHAM HEATH
IPSWICH
IP5 3SL

Training

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

Training provider

SUFFOLK NEW COLLEGE

Training course

Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents

Record transactional data.
Use the organisation's standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues, such as reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience, and different media methods, with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Record transactional data.
Use the organisation's standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues, such as reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience, and different media methods, with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you'll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

More training information

Accounts or Finance Assistant Standard
English and Maths (if required) Level 2
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
Institute of Accountants and Bookkeepers Level 2 Certificate in Accounting and Business
Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Certificate in Bookkeeping

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

English or equivalent (grade 4/C)
Maths or equivalent (grade 4/C)

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
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Other requirements

Depending on GCSE grades and experience, there is the option to commence at level 3.

About this employer

ST Accountancy are accountants based in Suffolk and Essex specialising in tax advice and accounting services for SME's.

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

Company benefits

We provide the employee's birthday off as annual leave, if it falls on a working day.
We also close between Xmas and New Year, on top of annual leave allowances.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Further training upon completion up to level 4. Progression to fully qualified accountant and beyond.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SUFFOLK NEW COLLEGE

Natasha Stead

apprenticeshipapplication@suffolk.ac.uk

01473 382600

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046142.

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