Junior Accounts Assistant — Hands-On, AAT Pathway

Sapphire Accounting Limited; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapphire Accounting Limited in Stockport is seeking an Accounts Apprentice to gain hands-on experience across bookkeeping, VAT returns and tax compliance while studying toward AAT Level 3.

You'll work alongside experienced accountants and client managers, supporting clients with bookkeeping, VAT returns, tax compliance, record keeping and HMRC submissions, while developing your understanding of accounting principles and cloud-based accounting software.

Qualifications

• Studying towards AAT Level 3 qualification while gaining practical experience.
• Willingness to learn bookkeeping, VAT returns and tax responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills to interact with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping, VAT returns and tax compliance.
• Maintain client records and respond to client queries.
• Support the wider team with administrative tasks.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Tax compliance

Client communication

Record keeping

Education

AAT Level 3 qualification (in progress)

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

HMRC submissions

Job description

Sapphire Accounting Limited in Stockport is seeking an Accounts Apprentice to gain hands-on experience across bookkeeping, VAT returns and tax compliance while studying toward AAT Level 3.

You'll work alongside experienced accountants and client managers, supporting clients with bookkeeping, VAT returns, tax compliance, record keeping and HMRC submissions, while developing your understanding of accounting principles and cloud-based accounting software.