Job Title: Trainee Accounting Technician
Location: We are recruiting in these three locations (Weston Super Mare, Honiton and Barnstaple)
Salary: Starting salary £20,000 per annum, this is due to working within the role but also studying you will be in work 80% of the time and studying/in-person training 20% of the time and have time off for exams. So £20,000 for 4 days work a week, and your qualification is paid for.
Hours: Monday - Friday 36.25 hours
I currently have a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to get into the accountancy industry, are you someone who has strong results in GCSE's or A levels and looking to get into this type of career? If so i have the perfect permanent role for you!
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You will undertake both practical and theoretical training whilst studying for your AAT qualification under an apprenticeship agreement. The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is a professional qualification which can help you to achieve a rewarding career in accountancy. Studying for Level 3 and Level 4 AAT apprenticeship qualifications includes learning the fundamentals of bookkeeping and accounting standards, as well as personal and business tax. We will not only offer you support and mentoring throughout your training, but we will also fund the training, and pay you your normal salary on the days you attend classes or time in the office to study. You will also receive regular pay reviews.
Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Ideally the successful candidate will have the following attributes, skills, experience, and qualifications:
- Analytical, methodical, and numerical.
- Outgoing, socially confident, and emotionally controlled.
- A positive attitude, friendly, and personable.
- Resilient, able to multi-task, and work independently / flexibly.
- Adaptable, organised, and conscientious.
- Takes the initiative, ability to prioritise, and meet deadlines.
- Professional and team orientated in approach.
- Good working knowledge of Word and Excel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven accuracy, and an eye for detail.
- Ability to learn new IT skills quickly.
- As the role requires the ability to study and pass formal exams, we would look for a strong track record in obtaining qualifications often indicated by strong results in GCSE's, A-levels (or equivalent), however other academic history will also be considered.
Terms / Benefits
- 36.25 hours / 5 days per week (flexible and hybrid working available).
- Annual salary review and regular salary reviews whilst training.
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 25 days plus bank holidays after 3 years' service.
- Opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday into the following holiday year.
- Death in service 3 x annual salary.
- Access to Westfield Rewards and Health scheme.
- 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
- Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving, and Private Medical Insurance.
- Introducing clients and staff commission schemes.
- Pension 3% rising to 4% (but matched up to 6% after 4 years' service).
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one years' service.
If interested apply today or call Olivia on !
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