Apprentice Bookkeeper

Government jobs, apprenticeship; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An apprenticeship program in the UK is offering a position as an Apprentice Bookkeeper. You will support business owners by maintaining financial records and using Xero and related software to process transactions. Responsibilities include accurate recording, reconciliation of accounts, and reporting. Essential qualifications include GCSEs in English and Maths. This position includes training from Accountancy Learning and offers a competitive wage. Opportunity exists for further qualifications after completion of the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for client interaction.
• Attention to detail in financial record keeping.
• Organisational skills for managing multiple tasks.
• Problem-solving skills to address accounting issues.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions accurately within Xero.
• Maintain and balance ledgers for compliance.
• Prepare supplier payment files and assist with payments.
• Communicate with clients to gather needed information.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Time-management skills

Prioritise and meet deadlines

Education

GCSE in 3 other subjects (grade 9‑4 / A‑C)

English (grade 9‑4 / A‑C)

Mathematics (grade 9‑4 / A‑C)

A Level in Maths, Business Studies, Economics or related (grade A‑E)

Job description

Summary

As an Apprentice Bookkeeper, you will be part of our client accounting team, supporting business owners by maintaining accurate financial records and delivering reliable information. You will work within Xero and related software to record transactions, reconcile accounts, process VAT returns, and assist with month‑end and year‑end reporting.

Wage

Competitive wage offered.

Training Course

Assistant Accountant (Level 3).

Hours and Schedule

Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays, 9am–6pm, 40 hours a week. Start date: Monday 12 January 2026. Duration: 1 year 7 months.

What you’ll do at work

As a trainee accountant you will work as part of a team assisting with clients’ accounting needs. This position involves a number of different aspects including:

• Record financial transactions accurately within Xero and other accounting software.
• Maintain and balance ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Record disbursements, recharges, prepayments, and accruals correctly.
• Reconcile bank accounts, general ledgers, and control accounts on a regular basis.
• Create and reconcile sales and purchase invoices.
• Add and reconcile payroll journals, ensuring PAYE and salary payments are matched.
• Prepare and reconcile VAT returns.
• Prepare supplier payment files and assist with payment processing when required.
• Communicate with clients to request information and explain accounting matters clearly.
• Answer client and prospective client calls in a professional and helpful manner.
• Ensure client queries are acknowledged within four hours of initial contact.
• Support the wider team with administrative and project‑based tasks as needed.

Where you’ll work

655 Milton Keynes Business Centre
Foxhunter Drive
Linford Wood
Milton Keynes
MK14 6GD

Training Provider

Accountancy Learning Ltd.

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 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, including backing up data securely and safely.
• 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

You will undertake the "Assistant Accountant" apprenticeship, with full support from Accountancy Learning as part of their Flexible Apprenticeship Programme. You will receive support from both the employer and the training provider to complete and achieve your apprenticeship and will be given time to study during the week on a day‑release basis.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

• GCSE in 3 other subjects (grade 9‑4 / A‑C).
• English (grade 9‑4 / A‑C).
• Mathematics (grade 9‑4 / A‑C).

Desirable qualifications

A Level in Maths, Business Studies, Economics or related (grade A‑E). Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience; the apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Time‑management skills
• Prioritise and meet deadlines

About this employer

Hello and welcome to Alexander Rosse – we are a team of fun‑loving entrepreneurs and qualified accountants who believe business should be human, smart and digital‑first. Since launching in 2009 as one of the first "Xero‑only" accountancy practices in the UK, we have grown into a Xero Platinum Partner and one of the leading firms of Chartered Accountants specialising in cloud‑based accounting and advisory services. Our founders come from Big 4 backgrounds and have built a firm that truly supports small and medium‑sized businesses to grow.

After this apprenticeship

It is expected that you will stay with the company following successful completion of your apprenticeship to undertake further qualifications and increase your responsibility in the office.

Contact

The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Accountancy Learning Ltd.
Reference code: VAC2000002600.

Apply now

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