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Once we have received your application you will be invited into college for a 30 minute interview and if necessary, to complete maths and/ or English assessments.  If you pass this stage we will forward your CV to the employer who will then decide to invite you for the second interview.  

About the vacancy

Immediate start for an apprentice to work in a busy Accountancy Office. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of our office. You will be responsible for a variety of administrative tasks that contribute to the smooth functioning of the firm and support your department in delivering exceptional service to our clients.

  • Provide general administrative support to the practice
  • Assist in document preparation, formatting, and proofreading
  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence and mail
  • Manage and organise financial documents, client files, and paperwork
  • Data inputting
  • Maintain and update electronic filing systems
  • Schedule appointments, meetings, and conference calls
  • Answer and direct phone calls and enquiries in a professional manner
  • Greet and assist clients and visitors when they visit the office
  • Assist with billing, invoicing and time recording as needed
  • Request and maintain office supplies and equipment
  • Assist with ad-hoc administrative projects and tasks as assigned
  • Scanning

You will receive the following training:

  • Business administrative L3 Standard
  • This qualification requires college attendance one day a month

What skills are we looking for?

  • 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
  • Non judgemental

Qualifications

  • Essential : English (GCSE or equivalent - C/4 or above)
  • Essential : Maths (GCSE or equivalent - C/4 or above)

Outcome

We are offering the right person a long-term career and a permanent position within the company upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

The starting salary is £11,315.20 for 34 hours Monday to Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm; Friday 9.00am - 4.00pm.

The apprenticeship will run for 18 Months, starting on Monday, June 17 2024. Applications close on Friday, June 07 2024.

About the employer

Family-Owned Accountancy Practice operating on a farm in Oswaldtwistle. Over 500 clients ranging from sole traders to Limited companies and charities. Fully ACCA registered and qualified practice. Catherine Chadwick the partner has been practicing for over 20 years.

We are based at SANDY BEDS FARM, BROADFIELD, OSWALDTWISTLE, ACCRINGTON, BB5 3SE