Accountancy Apprentice (36198)

Summary

An exciting opportunity to join a vibrant company with a strong ethos to succeed. You will be responsible for processing the day to day accounting transactions with a view to taking on the preparation of the management accounts.

Wage

£16,000 a year

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Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

5 days hybrid 9.00am - 5.00pm, in office Tues to Thurs

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 30 June 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

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

A normal day would include:

Processing transactions - payments out of the bank and money in from customers
Phoning and emailing customers asking when invoices will be paid
Supporting the team in operational matters
We’re a small company and your exposure to all areas of the business will be varied
Developing your skills to take on the preparation of the management accounts

We have a seasoned Finance Director in the business who will guide you through your accounts development in the business.
There is definite scope for progression for the right person, with continued support with learning AAT and beyond.

What will happen next:

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet the entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:

More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
Any training you need to complete
What the next steps will be

How you could get there:

If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take

Where you'll work

Lloyds House 18-22
Lloyd Street
Manchester
M2 5WA

Training

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

College or training organisation

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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.
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

Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade A*-C/9-4)
Maths (grade A*-C/9-4)

Other in:

Accounting (grade Pass)

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
Organisation skills
Team working
Quick learner
Methodical
Confident
Can do attitude
Accountable
Asks questions
Committed
Forward thinking

About this company

With over 50 years of experience designing and constructing utility infrastructure projects, we guarantee fit for purpose engineering solutions and outcome-based delivery that saves you time and money. We integrate seamlessly with your business and operate a complete lifecycle approach to delivering utility infrastructure across three core functions. We assess your project at the earliest stages to determine the most suitable and cost-effective method of bringing the required utility infrastructure to your site. The BSI PAS 128 compliant feasibility report can include: • Existing utility asset maps • Capacity checks for electric, water and gas • Designing and proving of suitable utility routes • Budget costings for construction of infrastructure and rebates back from IDNOs We work closely with the DNO and IDNO to design and develop fit-for-purpose engineering solutions for your utility infrastructure, including: • Obtaining points of connection • Developing functional specifications • Creating draft and detail design • Taking through design approval We work nationwide to construct, install and energise electric, water, gas and telecoms infrastructure on residential, industrial and commercial sectors projects: • Disconnection of existing services • Diversions and alterations of utility assets on the site • Upgrades and reinforcements of utility assets to suit project requirements • New mains and service connections

After this apprenticeship

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship

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