Apprentice Accounts Assistant - AIM Accountants
- Recruiter
- Runshaw College
- Location
- Preston, Lancashire
- Salary
- £3.4 / Hour
- Posted
- 19 Oct 2016
- Closes
- 16 Nov 2016
- Ref
- BART1611
- Sectors
- Accountancy, Apprenticeships
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
An opportunity has arisen for a numerate and articulate individual to train as an AAT Accountant.
The position is a full time (35 Hrs a week) from our office in Preston with a salary and a 4 week holiday allowance (plus statutory holidays).
As part of this role you will be undertake accounting and tax assignments, working on a wide variety of client businesses, whilst studying for the AAT qualification.
The firm will provide you with a study package and provide training.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be confident, have well developed interpersonal skills and be prepared to work hard and independently.
We are looking to recruit someone as soon as possible and will make an appointment as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
Typical duties may include:
Preparing accounts to trial balance from client records
Communicating with clients regarding queries
Reconciliation of bank etc
Preparation of Vat Returns
Using accounts package VT and Sage
Administrative and reception duties
Filing
Answering the phone and communicating via email
Franking the post
Assisting senior staff with their duties
Skills Required
Numerate, literate, good communication, verbal and written
Qualifications
GCSE A*-C English and Maths (or equivalent”. )
Personal Qualities
Able to work independently. Able to work well with colleagues, take instruction, liaise with clients, communication.
Progression/Prospects
Full time position & progression to Level 3