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Apprentice Accountant / Tax Technician KIRK NEWSHOLME LTD

An exciting opportunity for enthusiastic individuals to train to become AAT qualified Accountants/ATT qualified Tax Technician within a thriving, forward thinking Accountancy Practice offering excellent routes for progression within the firm. Initially, as an Apprentice you will be trained within a supportive team environment to complete year-end accounts preparation work and management accounts work for the firm's business clients.

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

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,500.00

    Structured salary increase as role and study progresses

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 8.45am - 5.00pm

    Total hours per week: 37.25

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    12 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000120101

  • Positions

    6 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Initially, as an Apprentice you will be trained within a supportive team environment to complete year-end accounts preparation work and management accounts work for the firm's business clients.

You will commence by:

  • Analysing bank accounts
  • Creating and checking control accounts
  • Learning how to account for fixed assets
  • Reconciling payroll & VAT
  • Preparation of bookkeeping records

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

The majority of work and training will take place at our offices at Thorpe Park, Leeds 15 - whilst study towards the qualification will be 1 day per week at College based in Leeds centre.  (For L7 study, College will be block-release).

Study towards AAT (Accountancy) initially via 18-month Level 3 Assistant Accountant apprenticeship.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Following qualification at AAT/ATT, Apprentices can progress on to a professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CTA.  We operate a structured progression route for development and promotion through the firm which is limitless for the right person.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Number skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English & Maths (Grade 5 (B)) Essential
A Level or equivalent Any subjects (Grade A - C) Essential

About the employer

A team of 50+ Accountants, established 30 years ago, providing a full range of services to an enviable client-base predominantly across the Yorkshire region, made up of owner-managed SME's with turnover ranging from £3m to £40m across a wide range of sectors. KN are a thriving, forward thinking Chartered Accountancy Practice based on the outskirts of Leeds with a focus on staff training and progression in order to help individuals progress to their full potential and to maintain the highest levels of client-care. KN recruit annually for Apprentice Accountancy, Tax and Audit positions enabling junior members of the team have the benefit of working with other Apprentices of various levels as well as exposure to more senior staff members and offering excellent routes for progression.

Employer

KIRK NEWSHOLME LTD

Address

4315 PARK APPROACH

LEEDS

LS15 8GB

Contact

Amy Carter

amy.carter@kirknewsholme.co.uk

07761064149

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Training

Training provider

FIRST INTUITION LEEDS LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Assistant accountant

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please apply via email to applications@kirknewsholme.co.uk with CV and covering letter, stating the job reference.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 28 Feb 2023