Apprentice Accounts Assistant

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial solutions firm in Chesterfield is offering a level 3 assistant apprentice role. The apprentice will gain practical experience while studying for an AAT qualification. Responsibilities include assisting with bookkeeping, VAT returns, and client communications. The position offers a salary of £15,112.50 and includes support for professional qualifications and potential for full-time employment after completion of the apprenticeship.

Benefits

Full support towards professional qualifications

Friendly and collaborative working environment

Generous holiday allowance

Paid day release available for study

Company pension (if applicable)

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths required.
• Other qualifications in Accounting can be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping and accounts preparation.
• Support VAT returns and payroll processing.
• Learn to use accounting software and systems.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4/C or L2 Equivalent)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4/C or L2 Equivalent)

Accounting (grade Pass)

Job description

Summary
With decades of experience and a reputation for excellence, our firm prides itself on delivering tailored financial solutions to a diverse range of clients. As we continue to grow, we're committed to investing in the next generation of accounting professionals. We are looking for a level 3 assistant apprentice to join the team.

Wage
£15,112.50 a year

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Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday - Friday between the hours of 8.00am - 5.30pm
37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date
Monday 1 September 2025

Duration
1 year 6 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

As an Apprentice Accountant, you'll gain hands-on experience in a busy practice while studying towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT).

You'll work alongside experienced professionals and be involved in:

• Assisting with bookkeeping and accounts preparation
• Supporting VAT returns and payroll processing
• Learning to use accounting software and systems
• Communicating with clients and helping resolve queries
• Participating in team meetings

Where you'll work

85-87 SALTERGATE
CHESTERFIELD
S40 1JS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

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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 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.

Training schedule

• Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
• 1 day per week day release based at City Campus, S2 2RL

Requirements
Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4/C or L2 Equivalent)
• Maths (grade 4/C or L2 Equivalent)

Other in:

Accounting (grade Pass)

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
• Willingness to learn

About this employer
With decades of experience and a reputation for excellence, our firm prides itself on delivering tailored financial solutions to a diverse range of clients. As we continue to grow, we're committed to investing in the next generation of accounting professionals.

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

Company benefits

Full support towards professional qualifications. A friendly and collaborative working environment. A generous holiday allowance. Paid day release available for study. Company pension (if applicable)
After this apprenticeship

• Potential of full time employment and progression within the company after successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Alice Mee

[e-mail]

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000334472.
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Closes in 11 days (Tuesday 12 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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