Accounts Apprentice

BROWN & REAR ACCOUNTANTS LIMITED

Sheffield (S11 8TD)

Closes in 15 days (Friday 5 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 21 May 2026

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Summary

Support the day-to-day work of our accountancy firm while learning practical accounting skills and studying towards professional qualifications. Duties include bookkeeping, processing invoices and receipts, using accounting software, and assisting with tax returns and accounts preparation alongside experienced accountants.

Wage

£14,560 to £23,132.20, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Potential to earn company bonus

Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm with time off to attend college when needed.

35 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Duration

1 year 3 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

  • Assisting with bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records
  • Supporting payroll preparation and processing
  • Helping prepare and submit VAT returns
  • Assisting with self-assessment tax returns for clients
  • Answering telephone calls and dealing with client enquiries professionally
  • Providing administrative support to senior accountants
  • Using accounting software to input and manage financial information
  • Organising client documents and maintaining confidential records
  • Assisting with accounts preparation and general office duties
  • Communicating with clients by phone and email
  • Learning accounting procedures and supporting the wider team with day-to-day tasks

Where you'll work

838 Ecclesall Road
Sheffield
S11 8TD

Training

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

Training provider

FIRST INTUITION CAMBRIDGE LIMITED

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.

Training schedule

Assistant Accountant Level 3.

The apprentice will receive full training and support throughout their apprenticeship. Most of their training will take place within the office, working alongside experienced accountants and learning practical skills such as bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and client communication. They will gain hands-on experience in a professional working environment while being supported by senior members of the team. In addition, the apprentice will attend college one day per week to study towards their accounting qualification, helping them develop both their technical knowledge and practical workplace skills.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 6)
  • Maths (grade 6)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Willingness to learn
  • Time management
  • Professional Manner
  • Word and Excel skills
  • Handle Confidential data
  • Reliable and hardworking
  • Meet deadlines

About this employer

Brown & Rear Accountants are a professional and approachable accountancy firm based in Sheffield, supporting businesses and individuals across South Yorkshire with a wide range of financial services. Our firm specialises in accountancy, bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, tax planning, and support for limited companies and self-employed clients. Known for our friendly, responsive service and clear advice, Brown & Rear Accountants aims to help clients manage their finances efficiently while allowing them to focus on growing their business.

Company benefits

  • 28-days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Company bonus

After this apprenticeship

AAT level 2/3 and continue on to the next level until fully qualified.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

FIRST INTUITION CAMBRIDGE LIMITED

Elyse Ashton-Sharp

yorkshirerecruitment@firstintuition.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000032512.

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Closes in 15 days (Friday 5 June 2026 at 11:59pm)