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Summary
Caroola Group are looking for new apprentice accountants! You will be studying for your Accounts Assistant Level 2 apprenticeship qualification.

Wage
£14,722.50 a year

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Training course Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Hours Monday-Friday (09:00-17:00).
37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date
Tuesday 9 September 2025

Duration
1 year

Positions available
6

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

Do you have a passion for accounting and a drive to kickstart your career in the accounting world?

The Caroola Group is excited to be expanding the teams within The Caroola Apprenticeship Academy and is seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team as an Accounts Apprentice. As an Accounts Apprentice, you will embark on an exciting and rewarding journey that combines practical on-the-job training with academic learning.

This position offers a structured pathway to success. In your first year, you will undergo comprehensive training whilst working towards achieving the AAT Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification through our apprenticeship provider, Babington. Guided by experienced professionals, you will gain invaluable practical experience and theoretical knowledge. Upon successful completion of exams and courses, you will confidently transition into an Accounting position.

Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping
• Onboarding administration
• General Administration - including data entry and dealing with client queries via email
• To undertake any other duties as requested by your line manager within the scope of the role
• Keep up to date and follow any relevant legislation and/or polices and procedures in line with Bribery, Anti-money Laundering and FSCA requirements
• Adhere to SLA's as required

Skills & Requirements:

• Applicants must have lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years
• Be able to commute to our Blackpool office 5 days a week
• Does not hold an equivalent qualification in the same area
• Not currently in another form of formal education

What we offer you:

• Opportunities for career progression within Caroola Group.
• Consistent financial reward upon successful completion of apprenticeship courses and exams.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from industry experts.
• Access to the Caroola Hub of Benefits including: Discounts at Restaurants, Hospitality, Travel, Gym Memberships etc.,
• Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus Bank Holidays
• Study support - Progress your career in your chosen field without worrying about finding the time, the right guidance or the money to do it
• Wellbeing: Caroola supports the mental health of its people. Take advantage of our mindfulness resources including our dedicated team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders.
• My Savings Pal - Earn cashback. Make your salary go further with big discounts on all of your shopping.

Where you'll work

Caroola, Apollo House, Apollo House Hallam Way
Blackpool
FY4 5FS
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS 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

Founded in 1974, we've been delivering market-leading learning and talent solutions for over forty years. We're privileged to help individuals unlock their potential and realise the value of their skills and talents. We help build meaningful careers that give individuals security, satisfaction, and purpose - and in turn help organisations and wider industry meet the challenges of a changeable operating environment.

On completion of this 12-month apprenticeship, you will have gained your Accounts Assistant Level 2.

Requirements
Essential qualifications

Other in:

• Maths (grade 5/C+)
• English (grade 4/C+)

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

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills

Other requirements

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised closing date, the advert will close early.
About this employer
Caroola is the perfect partner for those who are hustling to build their own empire. We offer accountancy, payroll, and tax services for the nation's contractors, freelancers, sole traders and smallbusinesses.
After this apprenticeship

This transformative journey will equip you with the skills and expertise to thrive in the accounting world, setting the foundations for a prosperous and fulfilling career.

Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333423.
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Closes on Tuesday 2 September 2025

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