AAT Finance Apprentice - Tax Kennedys Law

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a Level 3 apprenticeship with Kennedys Law and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst working towards the AAT qualification. You will assist with the completion of all tax compliance obligations in the UK and internationally including income and corporation tax computations and returns, tax provisioning, tax balances, VAT, payroll, tax relief claims and tax payments.

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

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,296.00 to £20,319.00

    Please note, this salary is NOT National Minimum Wage for Apprentices. This is a higher competitive salary that will be reviewed in your interview, depending on experience.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday, 9am - 5.30pm.

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    05 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000113030

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include:

  • Assist with the completion of all tax compliance obligations in the UK and internationally including income and corporation tax computations and returns, tax provisioning, tax balances, VAT, payroll, tax relief claims and tax payments
  • Assist with the preparations of LLP members tax reserves for the annual financial accounts, ensuring adequate tax reserves for each partner
  • Involvement in transfer pricing and other taxation policies in the firm
  • Liaise with relevant tax authorities in relation to partner taxes

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

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 This level is ideal for existing staff or new talent in an accounting or finance role. Their work could include assisting in the day-to-day financial activities such as data entry to month end management accounts and/or year-end financial statements. You will be studying the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting.

This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. You will study 5 units which forms part of your End-Point Assessment (EPA):

  • Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS)
  • Management Accounting Techniques (MATS)
  • Tax Processes for Business (TPFB)
  • Business Awareness (BUAW)
  • Advanced Synoptic Assessment (ADSY)

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?

Depending on team requirements, there is opportunity to become a permanent member of the team after qualification.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9/A* - 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9/A* - 4/C) Essential
A Level or equivalent x3 (Grade A-B) Essential

Things to consider

Benefits include Parking available nearby. 25 days’ holiday – increasing to 27 after five years. Life insurance. Income protection. Employee assistance programme. Pension. Private medical insurance. Season ticket loan. Gym subsidy. Eye care vouchers. Corporate GP. Please note the interview and start dates are flexible and just a guide.

About the employer

Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in dispute resolution and advisory services. With over 2,400 people worldwide across 43 offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and America we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field.

Employer

Kennedys Law

Address

25 Fenchurch Avenue

London

EC3M 5AD

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Training

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Assistant accountant

Level 3 (A level)

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: 30 Jun 2023