Experienced apprentice accountant

Summary

We are looking for an experienced candidate (e.g. AAT qualified, or similar) to fill a role which includes the opportunity to study for the ACA qualification. If you want to work as part of a supportive team alongside fantastic clients, whilst working towards a globally respected qualification, then you should apply.

Wage

£27,500 a year

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Salary and apprenticeship contract length is subject to suitable experience, and pay progression is good.

Training course

Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

Hours

36 to 48 months, subject to suitable experience, and prior completion of any exams to date. The start date can be agreed on successful appointment.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Friday 1 August 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Statutory accounts preparation
Tax compliance
Statutory and other audit and assurance compliance
Providing ad hoc advice
Supporting other members of the team and working closely with clients
Plus lots more

Where you'll work

30 UPPER HIGH STREET
THAME
OX9 3EZ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

REED BUSINESS SCHOOL LIMITED

Your training course

Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations. Consistently support individuals and collaborate to achieve results as part of a team.
Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant and affected communities based on an appreciation of different organisations and the environments in which they operate.
Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner. Adapt communications to suit different situations, individuals or teams.
Identify ethical dilemmas, understand the implications and behave appropriately. Understand their legal responsibilities, both within the letter and the spirit of the law, as well as be aware of the procedures for reporting concerns over potentially unethical activities.
Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage their own time and the time of others. Demonstrate good project management skills to deliver high quality work within the appropriate timeline. Act as a role model and motivate others to deliver results.
Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions. Assess a problem from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered. Gather the appropriate facts and evidence in order to make decisions effectively.

Your training plan

Training will take place at the Reed Business School, an excellend learning facility with resideitional options
Level 7 Accountancy or taxation professional apprenticeship standard
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

More training information

The training provider is a fantastic firm that has been established for a number of years. Our firm has used the business school for over 25 years, with all of our senior leadership team and partners having attended. They provide ACA tuition (level 7) in well-structured courses. The tuition is usually based on a residential basis

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and maths (grade 5+)

A Level in:

Various (grade C+)

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

AAT or similar (grade Qualified)

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
Team working

Other requirements

We are looking for someone with the AAT qualification (or similar) with relevant general practice experience, who is looking to continue their studies towards the ACA on a level 7 apprenticeship. We will also consider accountants who have already completed any ACA exams.

About this company

Richardsons is an Oxfordshire based firm of Chartered Accountants and business advisors based in Thame. ICAEW accredited and established for over 30 years, we provide specialist accounting advice for small and medium companies, as well as large corporates and individuals. We like to communicate regularly with our clients to form a close relationship built on trust, and over 60% of our new clients have come from existing client recommendations.

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Company benefits

Excellent tuition, structured career progression, internal learning / courses, flexible week working, opportunities for networking, fantastic support from experienced staff and regular staff socials.

After this apprenticeship

After completing the ACA qualfication, we would look for our qualified staff to progress towards the role of a manager.

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