Summary An ideal opportunity to gain experience across all areas of the accountancy profession. We are looking to recruit an apprentice who, supported by a small team of colleagues and good work ethic, will develop into a mature individual and accounting technician, sufficiently motivated to continue training towards a professional qualification. Wage £15,600 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) £8.00ph from commencement £8.50ph after 3 months £9.00ph after 6 months 6 monthly reviews thereafter Training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday (37.5 hours spread between Monday morning and Friday lunchtime). 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Monday 21 July 2025 Duration 1 year 6 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 Analysing client records with subsequent data entry and number crunching using both Excel and accounting / taxation software Summarising and reconciling client records Preparation of spreadsheets and inputting data Working on simple personal Tax Return clients Generating reports Assisting in the preparation of accounts for both corporate and self employed accounts Assisting with the administration of client payrolls. Involvement in more complex work comprising more of the above and greater exposure to VAT and other taxation. Interacting with clients on a personal basis under the supervision of colleagues. Online access to clients’ software. General office duties Contact with clients by telephone and email Where you'll work INTERNATIONAL HOUSE 6 MARKET STREET OAKENGATES TELFORD TF2 6EF Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. College or training organisation TELFORD COLLEGE Your training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) 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. Your training plan One day every week at Telford College Assigned mentor within the workplace Assessor visits from Telford College Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 5) Maths (grade 7) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills Attention to detail Number skills Analytical skills Positive attitude Willingness to learn Other requirements Candidates will need to learn how to concentrate with a view to generating high-quality work that is accurate and can be relied upon by colleagues. To apply for this position, you will be expected to have achieved the highest grades in maths and English. About this company Tranter Lowe is a progressive and forward thinking firm of accountants employing a relatively small team that provides a first class service to local business owners and individuals. Services provided include, but are not restricted to, the following: Accountancy and Audit: Tax compliance and advice covering Income Tax, Corporation Tax and VAT: Payroll services. http://www.tranterlowe.com/index.html (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity to study for additional qualifications relevant to the accountancy profession. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: TELFORD COLLEGE Amy Walker amy.walker@telfordcollege.ac.uk 01952642452 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000327292.