Apprentice Chartered Accountant WESTCOTTS (SW) LLP

We are now looking for an apprentice Chartered Accountant to join our team. Training to become a Chartered Accountant is both rewarding and challenging and can open up a whole host of opportunities for you as many of our Directors and Partners started their career as a trainee with us and have stayed with us throughout their working life. Duties include: Preparing financial statements for limited companies partnerships and sole traders.

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

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Closing date: 28 Jul 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £20,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 9am to 5.15pm with a 1 hour lunch

    Total hours per week: 36.25

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 7 (Master's degree)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000116245

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Back in the office or hybrid working, you will get support from more experienced staff and Partners whilst assisting on client assignments.  Some of the duties will include:

  • Preparing financial statements for limited companies partnerships and sole traders
  • Auditing financial statements and tax compliance work to mention just a few.
  • You will have the opportunity to visit clients’ premises to carry out your role and your work will be a mixture of team work and projects undertaken individually. 

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

You will undertake both practical and theoretical training whilst studying for your ACA qualification under an apprenticeship agreement. We will fund your training and provide you with paid study leave to attend the courses so you will be earning while you are learning.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Opportunities to later progress and gain further qualifications are available for the right candidates.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Any (Grade 4 and upwards) Desired
A Level or equivalent Any (Grade C upwards) Desired

About the employer

Westcotts is a Top 50+50 Accountancy Practice with over 280 team members based in 17 offices across Devon and Somerset. We are now looking for an apprentice Chartered Accountant to join our team in our Axminster office starting Summer 2023.

Employer

WESTCOTTS (SW) LLP

Address

Timberly,

South Street

Axminster

EX13 5AD

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Training

Training provider

REED BUSINESS SCHOOL LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Accountancy or taxation professional

Level 7 (Master's degree)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please follow this link where you can upload your CV along with a covering letter providing information on why you feel you would be suitable for the role in particular in regards to the desired attributes, skills, experience and qualifications. Please also state your current salary (if applicable), salary expectations and available start date.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 28 Jul 2023