Assistant Accountant Apprentice (French speaking)

French Selection UK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional accounting service provider in London is seeking an Assistant Accountant Apprentice to support day-to-day accounting operations. With a focus on bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting, this role combines practical work with AAT qualifications. Candidates should be fluent in French and have strong communication skills. A salary of up to £20,000 per annum is offered, alongside progression opportunities after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Salary review after apprenticeship completion

Qualifications

• Fluent in French with strong communication skills.
• Computer literate with ability to use or learn accounting software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations including bookkeeping and payroll.
• Prepare financial reports and process invoices.
• Assist with monthly payroll processing and HMRC returns.

Skills

Fluent in French

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to learn accounting software

Teamwork

Education

Minimum 2 A Levels (grade C)

5 GCSEs (A-C), including English and Maths

Tools

Sage 50

QuickBooks

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Assistant Accountant Apprentice (French speaking) – London. Ref: 754AA

Company Profile: A well-established provider of professional accounting and payroll services for French parent companies operating subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. They specialise in bookkeeping, payroll, HR, pension management, and financial administration.

Responsibilities

• Main duties: Support day-to-day accounting operations including bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, bank reconciliations, and preparation of financial reports.
• The role: This apprenticeship position follows the Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard at Level 3 or Level 4, combining practical work with AAT qualification through BPP Training Centre or online.
• Key responsibilities include:
• Using Sage 50 and QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records and produce reports
• Processing invoices, expenses, credit notes, and bank reconciliations
• Assisting with monthly payroll processing and resolving payroll queries
• Preparing HMRC returns such as PAYE, National Insurance, and VAT submissions
• Completing ad-hoc administrative and accounting tasks as required
• Dedicate one day per week to study and training as part of the apprenticeship
• Participate in a fixed-term 18-month contract, with potential for extension and permanent employment after successful completion

Candidate Profile

• Fluent in French with strong communication skills
• Computer literate with ability to use or learn accounting software (Sage 50, QuickBooks)
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Detail-oriented, punctual, and eager to learn
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Minimum 2 A Levels (grade C) and 5 GCSEs (A-C), including English and Maths, or equivalent

Up to £20,000 per annum fixed-term apprenticeship, with progression opportunities and salary review after apprenticeship completion.