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AAT Level 2 Accounts Apprentice GS Verde Accountants Limited

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a Level 2 apprenticeship with GS Verde Accountants Limited and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst working towards the AAT Level 2 qualification.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 15 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,000.00

  • Working week

    08:30 – 17:15 Monday to Friday

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    13 Months

  • Possible start date

    22 Aug 2022

  • Date posted

    25 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000068104

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

You will work in a supported environment to develop the skills and knowledge required for the AAT and complete your level 2 certification. You should apply enthusiasm when carrying out accountancy support services to colleagues until you demonstrate a level of competence where you will be assigned your own client portfolio.
You will develop technical knowledge through a combination of your formal studies and workplace learning, alongside software skills using accountancy packages including, but not limited to, Xero and QuickBooks
Duties to include:

Completing bank reconciliations.
Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
Preparation of sole trader business accounts.
Preparation or personal tax returns.
Preparation of company financial statements.
Preparation of corporation tax returns.
Prepare notes to assist those peer reviewing your work.

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What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship Level 2. This level is ideal for existing staff or new talent in accounting and finance. Their work could include basic bookkeeping activities, working with sales and purchase ledgers, running calculations to ensure that records and payments are correct, recording of cash and data entry. Learners will complete the mandatory AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. The Certificate in Accounting comprises of four exams and an End Point Assessment. You must successfully complete the following: Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK). Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC). Principles of Costing (PCTN). Business Environment (BESY). EPA - In Tray exercise. Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons, Live Online sessions or OnDemand. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate 20% of your time towards it.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

GS Verde Accountants are approved training employers for ACA and ACCA, supporting the right candidates to chartered status if desired.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent math (Grade 9/A*-6/B) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9/A*-5/C) Essential

Things to consider

Benefits: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Pension scheme. Parking onsite and accessible by bus from Weston Super Mare or Bristol.

About the employer

GS Verde Accountants supports businesses with accounting and financial management services. Part of the GS Verde Group, a multi discipline group supporting businesses from start to finish on corporate transactions.

Employer

GS Verde Accountants Limited

Address

Maple House, 5 The Maples

Cleeve

BS49 4FS

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Training

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 15 Aug 2022