Apprentice Accountant

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

Job summary

A local accounting firm in Wymondham is seeking an apprentice to join their accounts team. The role involves working towards an AAT qualification while gaining hands-on experience in preparing year-end accounts, assisting with ledgers, and reconciling financial data. The ideal candidate will have good communication and organisational skills. This is a full-time position with potential progression to further qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of year end accounts and associated tax calculations.
• Working alongside client managers to assist with their ledgers.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts for compliance.
• Prepare reports, letters and other documents.
• Work with the team to grow the accounts aspect of the business.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Strong maths and English skills

Adaptable, keen and flexible

Punctual

Organised

Ability to prioritise

IT skills (Word and Excel)

Education

GCSE in five 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. The annual wage will differ between £15,500 - £17,000 depending on experience.

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3).

Hours

Monday - Friday, between 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

Our accounts team provides clients with modern accounting and tax services, utilising the latest cloud technology. The team plays a critical role in the completion of client compliance work such as accounts preparation, tax calculations and management reporting.

• 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

Suite 4, The Old Dairy
Norwich Common
Elm Farm Business Park
Wymondham
NR18 0SW

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

Course contents cover investigation and response to financial information queries, recording and analysing financial data, applying double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards, reconciling financial data, communicating financial information, utilising digital skills and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Training schedule

• Full support with study costs whilst completing the Level 3 AAT Accounts Assistant apprenticeship.
• Following the initial completion of the apprenticeship, you will receive continued support to complete the AAT qualification.
• Successful candidate will attend weekday courses once a week at their nearest First Intuition centre to study towards their AAT Level 3 qualification and receive mentoring towards the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship knowledge, skills and behaviours.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in five subjects including English and Maths (Grade 9‑4, A*‑C).

Desirable qualifications

A Level in any subject (Grade Pass).

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)

Other requirements

Gascoynes is looking for a school/college leaver to start an apprenticeship in August 2026. The 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 the apprenticeship. The candidate will need to travel to their nearest First Intuition centre for AAT courses. The position is for a Level 3 apprenticeship but a Level 2 apprenticeship will be considered if more suitable.

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 client tax returns or accounts packages and are trusted advisers who help move our clients’ businesses forward.

After this apprenticeship

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