Finance Apprentice

FD WORKS LIMITED

Bristol, BS30 5RL

Closes in 4 days (Wednesday 31 July at 11:59pm)

Posted on 9 May 2024

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Summary

We are looking for a someone with a growth mindset, who’s ready to get stuck in and work collaboratively. We value a positive attitude and only work with nice people. If you’re looking for a place where you’ll have the freedom to shape your career, make your own decisions and have a real impact on the success of the business, then keep reading.

Annual wage
£12,480 to £22,308 a year

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm although flexi time is available.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Thursday 1 August

Duration

1 Year 2 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

You'll complete the Association of Accounting Technicians Level 3 Accounts Assistant qualification over the course of 12-14 months. 

This will be completed in partnership with our training provider, First Intuition. You'll spend 20% of your time, or one day a week on studying, with any extra time off needed for exams. 

Where you’ll work

Unit 14 Greenway Farm

Bristol

Bristol

BS30 5RL

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

FIRST INTUITION BRISTOL LIMITED

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
  • Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
  • Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
  • Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
  • Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
  • Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
  • Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
  • Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
  • Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
  • Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

    • Your training plan

    This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    A Level or equivalent in:

    • Maths (grade C)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Team working
    • Creative
    • Non judgemental

    Other requirements

    We're a self managed business. This means you'll be trusted to manage your work and make decisions. This comes with a higher level of responsibility but you'll also have a direct impact on the success of the business. The office is based on Greenway Farm, Wick, so please ensure you can attend the office regularly and reliably.

    About this company

    We empower SME founder’s to embrace their numbers and make bold business decisions. We love working with ambitious business owners, who value our expert insights, and are ready to make big moves. The team is made up of a mix of experienced professionals and new-to-the-industry apprentices - but we all have a voice in the business and take control of our role within it. We’re always up for a challenge and are constantly looking for ways to improve and grow.

    http://fd-works.co.uk (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    You'll have the freedom to drive your own career. Once you've completed your AAT Level 3, you'll move onto Level 4, and then have the opportunity to complete a Chartered Accountant qualification.

    But the opportunities don't stop there. If there is an aspect of the business that you enjoy, then you will be free to explore it. If this requires more training then we are happy to invest. Whether it's technical (eg. coding) or soft skills (eg. coaching), you'll only be limited by your own ambition.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    FD WORKS LIMITED

    Liz Jones

    liz.jones@fd-works.co.uk

    01454300999

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000249709.

    Apply now

    Closes in 4 days (Wednesday 31 July at 11:59pm)

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