Trainee Accountant apprenticeship

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

Job summary

DJH in partnership with Thorne Widgery is offering an Accounts or Finance Assistant apprenticeship (Level 2) in Hereford. The role combines time working onsite with formal training to help you gain your Level 2 accountancy qualification.

You’ll learn by doing, supporting a team with tasks like preparing statements and calculating tax liabilities, while developing your own professional skills and career plan.

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths (grade 6 or B above) and 3 further subjects.
• A Level in 3 subjects at A Level or equivalent (grade C or above).

Responsibilities

• Being part of a talented team, adding value to the exceptional work we deliver
• Preparing year-end financial statements for a wide range of clients
• Calculating corporation and personal tax liabilities, whilst coming up with tax planning ideas
• Shadowing and learning to help achieve ambitions and AAT studies
• Building long-lasting relationships with clients and wowing them daily

Education

GCSE English & Maths (grade 6 or B)

A Level (3 subjects, grade C or above)

Job description

Summary

Are you about to finish College or Sixth form and wondering what to do next and would like to join the world of accounting? At DJH our team is at the heart of everything we achieve. Our partnership with Thorne Widgery means you'll have access to expertise, opportunities, and the chance to work with a wider network of specialists.

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 Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Hours Monday to Friday, based around our core working hours of 10.00am to 4.00pm. 30 minute unpaid lunch. 37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 9 August 2027

Duration

1 year 4 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

• Being part of a talented team, adding value to the exceptional work we deliver
• Preparing year-end financial statements for a wide range of clients
• Calculating corporation and personal tax liabilities, whilst coming up with tax planning ideas
• Cracking on with your personal development plan - shadowing, questioning, and learning to help you achieve your ambitions and be victorious in your AAT studies
• Building long-lasting relationships with clients and wowing them daily

Where you'll work

2 WYEVALE BUSINESS PARK
WYEVALE WAY
KINGS ACRE
HEREFORD
HR4 7BS

Training

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

Training provider

HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Training course

Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Record transactional data.
• Use the organisation's standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues, such as reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
• Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
• Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
• Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience, and different media methods, with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
• Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
• Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
• Record transactional data.
• Use the organisation's standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues, such as reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
• Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
• Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
• Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience, and different media methods, with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
• Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
• Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.

Training schedule

Formal training is delivered at HWGTA, located Holmer Road, Hereford HR4 9SX.

You will receive training one day per week which is a combination of face-to-face and remote, as per your assigned training plan.

Additional training for functional skills in English and Maths will be undertaken if needed.

You will receive monthly visits from your assigned Learning and Development Specialist, who will set you work, monitor your development and wellbeing, and discuss training sessions. They will also prepare you for your End Point Assessment to gain your Level 2 accountancy qualification.

There is also a five-day team building residential trip that is held in the spring of each year offered to all apprentices on programme.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• 3 further subjects (grade 5 or above)
• English and Maths (grade 6 or B above)

A Level in:

3 subjects at A Level or equiv (grade C or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Initiative

About this employer

DJH in partnership with Thorne Widgery:

Born not so long ago in 2021, DJH was founded on a fantastic opportunity - the merger of two of Stoke-on-Trent's leading firms. But since then, we've not looked back. We've gone from strength to strength, with more like-minded firms joining us on our mission to achieve great things.

With offices across the UK and Ireland, we're an experienced, Top 40 accountancy and business advisory group, who share the same values and ambitions, and most importantly, a passion for people.

Our values run through everything that we do. We live them. We breathe them. By fostering a team-first culture based on honesty, passion, and ambition, we create long-lasting, trusted partnerships. We're also proud to be B Corp certified, a recognition that demonstrates our commitment to using our business as a force for good. From enhanced family-friendly policies to environmental improvements and community volunteer days, we're continuously working to make a positive impact for our team, clients, communities, and the planet.

We're on the hunt for brilliant people - individuals who aren't just technically brilliant but also driven by a passion for finding innovative solutions and constantly pushing the boundaries to achieve great things together. Each of our team plays a vital role in shaping the culture of our business, helping us grow, evolve, and succeed together. As an equal opportunity employer, we embrace diversity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join us on this exciting journey.

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After this apprenticeship

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

Could lead to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HEREFORDSHIRE AND WORCESTERSHIRE GROUP TRAINING ASSOCIATION LIMITED

Lisa Wilkinson

[e-mail]

01432377002

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059939.

Closes on Monday 4 January 2027