Apprentice Accountant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Is an accountancy apprenticeship for you?
We provide full training and support to help you maximise your potential whilst studying the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification. This role is suitable for school leavers considering an alternative to university.
Upon completion of your AAT studies, you may have the opportunity to study for the ACCA or ICAEW qualification (depending upon your performance).
An exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Accountant to join a progressive accountancy firm.
Key roles and responsibilities include:
- Client Bookkeeping
- Preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
- General Tax filings such as VAT returns and Personal Tax
- General office administration tasks
Entry requirements
- 3 A levels (grade B or above)
- 5 GCSE's (grade 7 or above in English and Maths)
Excellent communication and numerical skills are vital. The individual will have great attention to detail, be able to work well individually as well as within a team, and have a pro-active approach to work.
Package
As a firm we believe happy staff mean happy clients! We offer excellent opportunities for career progression, in addition to the following:
- £9,000 - £12,500 per annum
Full study support
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship
Salary: £9,000.00-£12,500.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Birmingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- accounting: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TJ APP 2022
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Apprentice Accountant roles across Trevor Jones & Co's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £9,000 - £12,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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