Apprentice Accountant RCM ADVISORY LIMITED

Supervised by a Senior Manager, you will follow checklists to prepare and administer documents to send to company directors, shareholders, creditors, debtors and banks. You will learn how to analyse bank statements and accounts, assist with drafting reports, deal with a range of different correspondence and answer the phone.

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Closing date: 16 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,648.00

    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

    Working hours will be Monday- Friday, 9:00- 17:00. 60 minute break every day.

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    23 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000246551

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

The purpose of the role is to provide an effective and efficient financial service whilst undertaking accounting training. The successful candidate will be expected to provide the highest level of customer service and financial support.

Main duties include:

  • To assist in the everyday running of the finance office.
  • Keeping records updated and to become confident in using accounts software.
  • To provide financial support within the corporate team.
  • Receiving calls that are of financial relevance and ensuring that messages are passed on or dealt with.
  • Carrying out financial tasks from processing, posting and updating the accounts software, to making sure papers are correctly filed and up to date.

The training you will be getting

For the full apprenticeship, learners will complete:

  • Level 2 Accounting Apprenticeship Standard.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.
  • Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR).

For the End Point Assessment (EPA), apprentices will undertake a structured interview and an in- tray test.

Apprentices must attend college sessions once a week (term-time) at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a full-time position following their apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working, Interest in finances, Accurate Maths skills set, Good time management skills, Flexible, Friendly and approachable, Innovative, Conscientious, Well-presented

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade 4/ C (L2 Functional Skills)) Essential

Things to consider

The role is office- based so candidates will be expected to be computer competent and willing to answer the phone. We do not allow mobile phone use within the office environment. You will be dealing with sensitive information and therefore confidentiality and discretion is of utmost importance. Free on-site parking is available as well as a birthday celebration and day off. The office is accessible by public transport. Applicants who are currently undertaking or sitting GCSEs should include their predicted grades on their application. If successful for this position, you will be offered a conditional place on the apprenticeship, subject to you meeting the entry requirements listed above.

About the employer

We are a boutique business recovery and insolvency firm based in Norwich. One of the directors is a licensed Insolvency Practitioner and Chartered Accountant. We work in teams in order to manage a mixture of company and individual insolvency cases. We administer large and small cases over a period of time using specialised compliance software. We administer all sorts of cases referred by accountants, lawyers and the Insolvency Service from various locations throughout England and Scotland.

Employer

RCM ADVISORY LIMITED

Address

64-66 WESTWICK STREET

NORWICH

NR2 4SZ

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Training

Training provider

CITY COLLEGE NORWICH

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

City College Norwich (Apprenticeships)

apprenticeships@ccn.ac.uk

01603773365

Apprenticeship standard

Accounts or finance assistant

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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