Accounts Apprentice

Axis Accounting

MACCLESFIELD (SK10 1EQ)

Closes in 20 days (Tuesday 10 June 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 21 May 2025


Summary

We are an Accountancy Firm based in Macclesfield Cheshire we are looking for an Apprentice to train up to ACCA qualification, we are offering study, and a competitive salary package. Duties include assisting with the preparation of VAT Returns.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)
Hours
We work Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 July 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

The successful candidate will be

  • Learning how to use Accounting software
  • Assisting with the preparation of VAT Returns
  • Assisting with preparation of financial accounts
  • Administrative tasks such as scanning and copying

Where you'll work

JORDANGATE HOUSE
JORDANGATE
MACCLESFIELD
SK10 1EQ

Training

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

College or training organisation

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Your training course

Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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

  • Accountancy or taxation professional
  • Apprenticeship will be up to ACCA Qualification
  • Training will be one day per week or depending on the courses block release

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Mathematics (grade 7-9)

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
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Number skills
  • Patience

About this company

We are a general Accountancy Practice based in Macclesfield dealing with Small and medium sized Limited companies, together with partnerships and sole traders

http://axisaccounting.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Career progression will be to qualify as ACCA and move on to a Managerial role within the Company

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

Axis Accounting

Richard Paton

richard@axisaccounting.co.uk

07979697517

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000321884.

Apply now

Closes in 20 days (Tuesday 10 June 2025 at 11:59pm)

When you apply, you’ll be asked to sign in with a GOV.UK One Login. You can create one at the same time as applying for this apprenticeship.