Summary Provide support to a designated accountant, focusing on cloud-based bookkeeping via QuickBooks and Xero. Responsibilities include processing VAT returns, managing payroll, and facilitating HMRC correspondence. Perform precise data entry of financial records to support the completion of tax returns. Wage £12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Accounts or finance assistant (level 2) Hours Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm (1 hour lunch break). 30 hours a week Start date Tuesday 1 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 Assist in completing VAT Returns Bookkeeping Payroll General Administration Liaise with HMRC Data entry of bank statements, receipts and invoices Where you'll work UNIT 3F FORWARD HOUSE ASTON BUSINESS PARK SHREWSBURY AVENUE PE2 7EY Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider INSPIRE EDUCATION GROUP Training course Accounts or finance assistant (level 2) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents 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 Training will be delivered with Inspire Education Group at Peterborough College. The requirement is for the apprentice to attend face to face training once a week at Peterborough College. Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 4) Maths (grade 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 IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Administrative skills Number skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Initiative Excel Skills About this employer We are a team of friendly and professional accountants in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire. We have one key goal – to help businesses be the best they can be. Whether that’s by giving them the best advice on tax matters, helping them streamline their accounts, preparing VAT returns, or helping with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), our experienced team are there to support businesses every step of the way. We provide monthly payment plans to help businesses budget and to help them take control of their cashflow. In addition, we provide individual tax returns and self-assessment services for sole traders, landlords & company directors. We pride ourselves in being accountants with a difference by having a knowledgeable, helpful, and jargon-free approach to your business finances. https://www.leepfinancial.com/ (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Progression onto further training and a permanent member of staff to learn the accountancy skills & experience of working in a practice. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: INSPIRE EDUCATION GROUP Gavin Parker gavin.parker@ieg.ac.uk 07715802561 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000022889.