Apprentice accountant

Government jobs, apprenticeship; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an accounts trainee in a friendly team at a leading accountancy firm. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in bookkeeping, VAT returns, and accounts training, with a structured training plan leading to recognized qualifications. Ideal for those passionate about finance, this role provides a unique chance to develop essential skills in a supportive environment. With potential for full-time employment upon completion, this is a perfect stepping stone for anyone looking to kickstart their career in accounting.

Qualifications

• Essential GCSE in Maths required.
• AAT qualification needed for the Assistant Accountant role.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and assist with VAT returns.
• Record and analyze financial data using standard tools.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Team working

Education

GCSE in Maths (Grade 4 or above)

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting

Job description

Summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an accounts trainee and/or apprentice in a friendly team within a firm of Chartered Accountants based in Hoylake, Wirral.

Wage
£13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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We will create a package around the right individual

Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday- Friday, 9.00am- 5.00pm
35 hours a week

Start date
Monday 1 September 2025

Duration
1 year 3 months

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

• Book keeping
• VAT returns
• Accounts Training

Where you'll work

30 BIRKENHEAD ROAD
HOYLAKE
WIRRAL
CH47 3BW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

WIRRAL METROPOLITAN COLLEGE

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Equal to A level
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 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.

Your training plan

Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

• AAT qualification at college
• On site training and work in Hoylake Wirral

For the Assistant Accountant, the qualification required is:

• AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting
• AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Requirements
Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

• Maths (grade Grade 4 or above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working

About this company
Grahams is one of Wirral's leading accountancy firms. The offices are based in Hoylake but our client base is spread throughout the whole of Wirral, Chester, the North West and North Wales area.

http://grahams.uk.com (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship

• For the right candidate this could lead to a full-time employment position and a further training package

Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WIRRAL METROPOLITAN COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000317650.
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Closes on Thursday 31 July 2025

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