AAT Financial Services Accounting Associate, Apprentice (September)

This apprenticeship offers the chance to study towards the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 3 and Level 4 qualification within Buzzacott's Business Services team. You will gain technical skills, alongside personal and professional development, while working with a diverse range of Financial Services organisations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Act as a trainee accountant, working with a wide range of Financial Services organisations.
• Conduct all accounting work in compliance with firm and statutory procedures.
• Prepare accounts, including consolidated accounts, from manual and computerised records.
• Provide general accounting services and assistance to clients, such as preparing working papers.
• Recommend improvements to clients' accounting systems and controls.
• Keep Seniors, Managers and Partners informed of job progress.
• Budget for your time and keep costs within budget.
• Plan and complete accounts files for smaller assignments.
• Set up files in accordance with the Planning Checklist.
• Assist in the administration of the Business Services team when requested and time allows.

Training and Development

• The apprenticeship includes study towards AAT Level 3 and Level 4 qualifications.
• Training involves courses at tutors' offices, private study, regular exams, and on-the-job training.
• You will receive paid study leave and all course and exam fees are paid for.
• Upon completion of the AAT, there is support for further study towards the ACCA qualification.
• You will be supported by a mentor, a trainee buddy, senior staff, and a dedicated Learning and Development team.
• Incremental salary increases are provided as you hit milestones in your qualification.

What We're Looking For

• 144 UCAS Tariff points from 3 A-Levels, or equivalent, including Computer Science, Economics, or Maths.
• Level 7 (A grade using the old system) in GCSE Maths and English Language, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• The right to work in the UK without restrictions for the duration of the training contract.
• We do not accept General Studies or applications from part-qualified applicants.

What You'll Bring

• Excellent interpersonal skills for professional interaction with clients.
• Ability to prioritise workload, be self-sufficient, multi-task, and problem-solve.
• Displays ethical judgment.