JOB TITLE: Apprentice Accountant / Bookkeeper

ROLE TYPE: Permanent/Full-time

LOCATION: Chelmsford, Essex (Office Based Role)

HOURS / DAYS (per week): 37.5 hours (5 days per week Monday to Friday) - Includes study time at 7.5 hours per week.

SALARY RANGE: £15,000 per annum.

NOTICE & PROBATION PERIODS: 6 months' probation

BENEFITS / BONUSES / HOLIDAYS: Study support, company car park, 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays), out of work activities/incentives.

COMPANY CULTURE: This Accounting Practice's culture is defined by their youthful energy, dynamic innovation, and ambitious drive. They thrive on fostering an environment where fresh ideas are encouraged, collaboration is key, and every team member's contributions are valued. It's vibrant and inclusive atmosphere promotes continuous learning and professional growth, ensuring that each person can reach their full potential. My client believe in balancing hard work with a sense of fun, regularly hosting team-building activities and social events to strengthen bonds throughout. Their commitment to excellence and a forward-thinking approach enables them to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of finance making it an exciting place to build a career.

JOB DESCRIPTION (includes but not limited to):
Supporting key clients with:
- processing of timesheets
- raising invoices and general bookkeeping duties
- Also some compliance work to be adhered in line with client regulations
- Maintaining records of pay rates and monitoring multiple mailboxes

KEY SKILLS: Accuracy, Good client repour, Speed, Work under pressure and to strict deadlines.

ANY SPECIFIC TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: All training to be given is inhouse, study will be supported/funded.

APPRENTICESHIP COURSES / LEVELS (if applicable): Apprenticeship will be in line with completing AAT level 2 in accounting and finance. Location of training provider to be agreed.

TIME FRAMES: Start in July/August/September /Interviews commencing immediately.

FURTHER SERVICE REQUIREMENTS (including compliance expectations): Great relationship building with clients as will be communicating via phone/email on a daily basis.