Apprentice Bookkeeper

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Warwick; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

MCA BUSINESS LTD in Warwick is offering an Apprentice Bookkeeper role designed to start a career in accountancy while gaining practical experience and working toward a recognised bookkeeping or accountancy qualification. You will train through Reed Business School Limited for the Assistant Accountant (level 3) pathway, with on‑the‑job learning across invoicing, reconciliations and VAT tasks.

Wage starts at £15,600 for the first year, with potential increases depending on age, and a 37.5‑hour

Qualifications

• Communication skills, IT skills, organisation and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Processing sales invoices, purchase invoices, expenses and bank transactions.
• Maintaining accurate client bookkeeping records using Xero and other cloud accounting software.
• Completing bank, credit card and control account reconciliations.
• Using data-capture and bookkeeping applications effectively.
• Identifying missing information and raising client queries.
• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns.
• Maintaining clear supporting records and an audit trail.
• Keeping client work organised and meeting deadlines.
• Responding to review points and applying feedback to future work.
• Supporting the bookkeeping and accounts teams as required.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Education

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Job description

Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Apprentice Bookkeeper to join our well-established bookkeeping team.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in accountancy while gaining practical experience and working towards a recognised bookkeeping or accountancy qualification.

Wage £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 21 September 2026

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

• Processing sales invoices, purchase invoices, expenses and bank transactions
• Maintaining accurate client bookkeeping records using Xero and other cloud accounting software
• Completing bank, credit card and control account reconciliations
• Using data‑capture and bookkeeping applications effectively
• Identifying missing information and raising client queries
• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns
• Maintaining clear supporting records and an appropriate audit trail
• Keeping client work organised and completing tasks within agreed deadlines
• Responding to review points and applying feedback to future work
• Supporting the bookkeeping and accounts teams as required

Where you'll work

The American Barns

Banbury Road, Lighthorne

Warwick

CV35 0AE

Training

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

Training provider

REED BUSINESS SCHOOL LIMITED

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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 elevate 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 elevate 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

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.

Requirements

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
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements

Due to the location of our offices, access to your own transport is essential.

About this employer

We are an established and dynamic firm of chartered accountants and business advisors with offices in central England and the Cotswolds. Since its founding in 2000, we have built a strong reputation, serving nearly 1,000 business leaders, Landed Estates, and High-Net‑Worth individuals. The company's client‑focused approach emphasises collaboration, delivering tailored services like Specialist Tax, Strategic Planning, and Compliance Support. Working with entrepreneurs, owner‑managed businesses, and prominent clients, we combine the professionalism of a large organisation with the personalised service of a trusted advisor to help our clients achieve their goals.

After this apprenticeship

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

Subject to successful completion of the apprenticeship and continued performance, there may be an opportunity to progress into a permanent bookkeeper position and undertake further accountancy qualifications.

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MCA BUSINESS LTD

Michelle Goodman

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01926431143

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045947.