Assistant Accountant Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent accountancy firm in Redditch is seeking an Assistant Accountant Apprentice to support financial reporting and maintain accounting records. This role provides hands-on experience and the opportunity to progress in an accounting career. Candidates should possess GCSEs in English and Maths, along with relevant bookkeeping qualifications. The apprenticeship is structured with training support, allowing you to gain professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE qualifications in English and Maths.
• Relevant bookkeeping qualifications are a plus.
• Share any additional qualifications or experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly and year-end reporting of financial information.
• Maintain financial and accounting records accurately.
• Safeguard against suspicious activities involving clients.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4)

Bookkeeping (grade Pass)

Job description

Summary

Charles Lovell & Co (a well‑established independent Chartered Certified Accountants) are looking for an Assistant Accountant Apprentice for their Redditch office. The successful candidate will be given opportunity to progress their accountancy career via the apprenticeship route.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

09:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday
38 hours a week

Start date

Monday 2 February 2026

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

• Assist with monthly and year end reporting of financial information (bank reconciliations, reporting on sales/purchases etc).
• Maintain financial and accounting records including timely collation of data from a range of sources
• Safeguard against suspicious activities (checks on new clients and suppliers)
• Assist with the compilation of accounting and financial records (tax returns and audit documentation)
• Deliver financial and accounting information and data to key stakeholders to ensure that key messages are communicated (month end reports, management accounts reports and missing or incorrect accounting entries)
• Assist in the maintenance and use of digital systems by using software applications and packages (digital finance systems, Excel and HMRC portal)
• Undertake continuous professional development including use digital systems, health and safety, cyber security, safeguarding, digital finance and GDPR
• Collaborate with people both internally and externally at appropriate levels to ensure customer needs are met and professional and ethical standards are maintained (invoice queries, budget meeting support, processing expenses, customer records and audit support)

Where you'll work

8 CHURCH GREEN EAST
REDDITCH
B98 8BP

Training

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

Training provider

HEART OF WORCESTERSHIRE COLLEGE

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels

Understanding apprenticeship levels.

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.

Training schedule

Level 3 Assistant Accountant (AAT) is delivered 50/50 face to face day release in Worcester and Microsoft Teams. The successful candidate will also get support from a Learning Skills Development Officer (LSDO) who will carry out progress reviews and support End Point Assessment (EPA) preparation.

More training information

Heart of Worcestershire College is the largest further education college in Worcestershire County offering a wide range of vocational and technical courses in specialist subject areas alongside a vast array of apprenticeships and higher education courses.

From courses for school leavers to affordable higher education and professional qualifications, we pride ourselves in delivering job related qualifications in high quality environments to enable our students to achieve a positive and bright future.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Other in:

Bookkeeping (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
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Other requirements

Accountancy is an office‑based role and would appeal to someone who enjoys being at a computer and analysing numbers/statistics.

About this employer

Charles Lovell & Co are an independent Chartered Certified Accountants with offices in Redditch & Worcester. We pride ourselves on our friendly, down to earth yet professional approach. We work with a wide range of businesses and individuals, from business start‑ups to international groups covering Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the West Midlands.

After this apprenticeship

On completion of Level 3 AAT the successful candidate will be given opportunity to progress to Level 4 AAT and potentially further accountancy qualifications.

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Closes on Friday 30 January 2026

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Reference code: VAC1000349605

https://www.charleslovell.co.uk