ACCA Trainee Accountant Apprentice

Summary

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 7 ACCA qualification with Harrisons and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst also working towards the qualification.

Wage

£18,500 a year

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Training course

Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

Hours

37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 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

Job duties:

Preparation of accounts
Bookkeeping
Assisting other staff with larger jobs

Where you'll work

4 Brackley Close, Bournemouth International Airport,
Christchurch
Dorset
UK
BH23 6SE

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)

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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

Accounting and Taxation Professional Level 7 -

ACCA The gold standard in Accountancy Apprenticeships, this programme enables individuals to become fully qualified in a profession which is globally recognised and respected in areas of accountancy, taxation, finance and business.

ACCA is ideal if you’re looking to progress your career and become a chartered accountant, or work in an accountancy, audit or tax firm. ACCA consists of three levels; Applied Knowledge, Applied Skills, and Strategic Professional, and you’ll need to complete relevant work experience at some point before you can qualify.

ACCA qualification is made up of three levels: Applied Knowledge helps you understand the role of accounting in the business environment, and develop the practical skills and techniques expected of an accountant working in business. You can complete Applied Knowledge in six to 12 months. Applied Skills encourages you to develop a broad understanding of the role of accounting in business.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

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

A Level or equivalent in:

Relevant (grade A-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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills

Other requirements

Monday to Thursday 8.45 to 5pm with 45 minutes lunch. Friday 8.45am to 4.45pm with 30 minutes lunch. 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (apportioned for year of joining or leaving). Additional paid holiday is granted for long service so that after complete calendar years of service holiday entitlement will be: - 3 years- 21 days 4 years-23 days 5 years or more-25 days Workplace pension in accordance with statutory rules. Parking is available.

About this company

Harrisons was established in 1986 and today, we continue to build on our enviable reputation for providing excellent advice and first class service to our business and personal clients alike. We are committed to the development of our staff and supporting them in both their work and studies.

After this apprenticeship

Candidate will be provided with opportunities to grow and develop new skills while being provided with more advanced work over time. Most of our current qualified staff started as trainees with Harrisons.

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