Summary
Banks Sheridan is looking for a bright, self‑motivated, and enthusiastic individual to join our talented team of practice accountants. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail‑oriented professional to build a career in a supportive environment.
Wage
£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age.
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Training Course
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2).
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8.15 am – 5.00 pm and Friday: 8.30 am – 1.00 pm, 40 hours a week.
Start Date
Monday 7 September 2026.
Duration
1 year.
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
* Maintain clients' financial records by using the latest bookkeeping software and innovative tools.
* Prepare and submit VAT Returns.
* Prepare tax computations.
* Prepare self‑assessment tax returns.
* Prepare working papers, lead schedules and statutory financial statements.
* On‑board clients and build client relationships.
* Submit company secretarial updates for businesses.
* Gain an in‑depth knowledge of business and personal tax to comply with legislative regulations.
Where You'll Work
DATUM HOUSE
ELECTRA WAY
CREWE
CW1 6ZF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training Provider
CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST.
Training Course
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2).
What You'll Learn
* Record transactional data.
* Use the organisation's standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
* Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
* Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
* Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
* Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
* Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
* Record transactional data.
* Use the organisation's standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
* Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
* Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
* Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
* Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
* Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Training Schedule
* In‑house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 2 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant.
* This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College – South & West.
* If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A‑C (9–4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.
Essential Qualifications
* GCSE in English (grade C/4).
* GCSE in Maths (grade C/4).
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills.
* Organisation skills.
* Problem‑solving skills.
* Team working.
* Eagerness to develop and learn.
Other Requirements
* A‑level qualifications are desirable.
Company Benefits
* Competitive salary.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Great holiday entitlement.
* A day off on your birthday.
* Invitations to fun work socials and charity events.
After this Apprenticeship
* Potential to move onto a Level 3 apprenticeship.
Contact
CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST
Becky Smythe
becky.smythe@ccsw.ac.uk
Reference code: VAC2000026185.
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