Assistant Accountant Apprentice (French speaking)

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

Job summary

A well-established company in London seeks an Assistant Accountant Apprentice (French speaking) to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role combines practical work with AAT qualification and offers progression opportunities after the fixed-term assignment. Applicants should have strong communication skills in French, relevant qualifications, and be keen to learn.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Salary review after apprenticeship completion

Qualifications

• Fluent in French with strong communication skills.
• Computer literate with ability to learn accounting software.
• Detail-oriented and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day accounting operations including bookkeeping, payroll, and invoicing.
• Use Sage 50 and QuickBooks for financial records and reports.
• Prepare HMRC returns such as PAYE and VAT submissions.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Eager to learn

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

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

Assistant Accountant Apprentice (French speaking)
Location: London (office-based)
Salary: Up to £20,000 per annum (apprenticeship rate for 40 hours per week)
Ref: 754AA

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's 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.