Finance/Accounts Assistant Apprentice - £14,560 BENNETT VERBY LIMITED

This is a fantastic role where you will aid in the smooth running of the business as a whole via the production of meaningful reports and analysis of client activities for use in preparing statutory and non-statutory accounts.

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

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Closing date: 20 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,560.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Thursday from 8:30am to 5:15pm Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm ( hour break for lunch)

    Total hours per week: 38.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000183317

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Bennett Verby Ltd has a longstanding history of training Apprentices, and in 2017 was named in the Top 100 employers of apprentices in the country. Past apprentices now occupy roles within the company at management at director level.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Provide support to the accounts and audit team as needed.
    Analysis of client data to aid in the production of meaningful reports and statutory accounts;
  • File accounts, tax returns and other relevant documents with the relevant government authorities in a timely manner;
  • Collection of raw data and transaction testing in an audit setting with the supervision of an audit manager.
  • Working relationships - There will be close working relationships with other members of the accounts and audit team, and the apprentice shall build a working relationship with the clients on an ongoing basis.
  • Most challenging part of the job - Working across a large diverse portfolio to ensure all deadlines are met.
  • Additional background information - The business will support the successful apprentice to obtain AAT accredited qualification through intermediate and advanced apprenticeship study with one day per week spent at college.
  • Reporting relationships - To report to directors, line manager and training manager. Close relationships with other members of the accounts and audit team and wider business teams.

Company Benefits:

  • 31 days per year (inc bank holidays)
  • Company pension scheme available
  • Private medical cashplan offered after 12 months service

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

  • Accounts and Finance Apprenticeship Standard (Level 2)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Upon successful completion of the AAT Apprenticeship, further studies will be discussed for higher AAT Levels to be studied, and ultimately the opportunity for study support to qualify as an ACCA qualified accountant.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4/A*-C or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-6/A-B or above) Essential

Things to consider

Damar is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our apprentices and expects our employer partners to share this commitment and to take appropriate steps to ensure that learning takes place in a safe, healthy and supportive environment.

About the employer

With a history going back over 130 years, Bennett Verby are proud to be more than just an accountancy firm. They offer expert advice to businesses across the North West and beyond, with wide-ranging experience that matches their ambitions.

Employer

BENNETT VERBY LIMITED

Address

7 ST. PETERSGATE

STOCKPORT

SK1 1EB

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Training

Training provider

DAMAR LIMITED

Contact

Sabina Adam

Sabina.Adam@damartraining.com

07566 289 979

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 20 Oct 2023