ACA Accounts Apprentice – Outsourced Finance Donald Reid & Co

Are you looking to build a long-term career in accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with an ACA ICAEW level 7 apprenticeship with and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience including assisting with bookkeeping, management of accounts and VAT returns.

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Closing date: 14 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £24,000.00

  • Working week

    37.5 hours - Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5pm

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    28 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Degree
    Level 7 (Master's degree)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000129600

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties include:

  • Support a varied client portfolio, assisting with bookkeeping, management accounts, VAT returns and year end accounts.
  • Work closely with senior team members, adopting a proactive approach to training.
  • Build trusted relationships with clients, liaising with them to answer general queries.
  • Ensure work is completed to a high standard, ensuring expectations and deadlines are being met.
  • Support the wider firm with ad hoc duties as needed.





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

Accountancy or taxation professional level 7.

ACA is a great option if you’re looking to become a chartered accountant and work in accountancy and finance. It opens a wealth of opportunities, as you can specialise in specific areas or sectors, or work broadly across multiple industries. You’ll also need to have 450 practical work experience days. Certificate Level: You’ll be introduced to the essentials of accountancy, finance, and businesses. You’ll learn about double-entry accounting, assurance, business and technology, law, management, and taxation. Professional Level: This level teaches you how to apply technical knowledge to real-life scenarios. You’ll deepen your knowledge on financial reporting, audit and assurance, tax compliance, finance management, business strategy, and business planning. Advanced Level: You will give you the skills to understand how accountancy and finance works within businesses. You’ll learn about corporate reporting and strategic business management.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Progress through the apprentice levels into a manager role, if appropriate.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9/A*-4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9/A*-4/C) Essential
Other Degree (Grade 2:1) Essential

Things to consider

Benefits include: 20 days holiday plus bank holidays. Paid study leave and tuition for ICAEW exams. Flexible hours and hybrid working options. Positive and supportive company culture. Competitive remuneration with scope for fast progression. Pension scheme Private healthcare (optional). Life assurance Snack cupboard and drinks fridge. Parking onsite.

About the employer

DRG is a fast growing, modern and progressive firm of accountants and business advisors with our people and clients at the heart of our supportive and flexible culture. Despite helping clients for nearly 60 years, we are not a typical firm of accountants. Offering a full suite of accountancy, taxation and advisory services, our client base ranges from start-ups to multi-million turnover businesses, across a wide range of sectors. However, we specialise in supporting growing FMCG brands.

Employer

Donald Reid & Co

Address

18a King Street Maidenhead

Berkshire

SL6 1EF

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Training

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Accountancy or taxation professional

Level 7 (Master's degree)

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: 14 Apr 2023