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Accounts Apprentice with Number Crunchers

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Accountancy
26 April 2024
What’s the JOB? Accounts Apprentice
WHO is it with? Number Crunchers Ltd
WHERE? 2 ROTHERSIDE COURT ROTHERSIDE ROAD ECKINGTON SHEFFIELD S21 4HL  
WHAT does it pay? £6.40 per hour (37.5 hours)
WHAT are the HOURS? Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
 

WHAT Qualification will I GAIN?               Level 2 AAT

 

How LONG will it TAKE me?                       15 months

 

WHAT will I LEARN about?

 
Introduction to bookkeeping Ethical standards
General Business Communication
Bookkeeping controls Personal effectiveness
Accounting systems and processes Principles of costing
 

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

 
  • 1-2-1Monthly Sessions (via MS Teams) with a Skills Coach:
    • Active Learning – you will be taught the Units (above) with the Qualification Programme
     
  • Progress Reviews
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  • 6 hours a week Apprenticeship Study Time, to focus on:
    • Assignments, revision, training & development activities
     
  • Hours are agreed with your manager, either split across the week, or on a set day
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  • Study and completion of ‘Certificate in Accounting’ (Mandatory Qualification) consisting of:
    • 4 Modules, each takes approx. 2 months to complete
     
  • 4 Exams, taken online. Exams include;
    • Introduction to Bookkeeping
    • Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
    • Principles of Costing
     
  • The Business Environment          
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  • Independent Study:
    • You manage your own study time, how and when you study, and determine your own pace
    • You will have access to a range of tools and resources:
    • 1-2-1 Sessions with a Dedicated AAT Tutor
    • Group Webinars
     
  • Interactive online Enhanced Classrooms with BPP , including Pre-recorded Lectures
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So, WHO are Number Crunchers?

 

Established for 28 years, Number Crunchers are a small accountancy practice, who support small businesses across a range of industries, including sole traders, start-ups, limited companies and franchises.

 

For more information, visit www.number-crunchers.co.uk

 

WHAT’S in it for ME?

 

You’ll be joining a small team who is no stranger to supporting apprentices through their journey and beyond. In fact many have progressed into thriving accounts – so, you are in very safe hands!

 

Working in a modern bright office – a really nice place to work – you’ll also get:

 
  • 20 days Holiday plus 8 bank holidays
  • Free Car parking
  • Pension (Nest)
 

WHAT’S the ROLE?

 

As an Accounts Apprentice, your focus will be basic bookkeeping, and as 90% of clients are on cloud-based systems, means you will be taught the latest packages, but still get a good grounding of accountancy entry level. 

 

DAY to DAY, you will….

 
  • Basic inputting, through accountancy software
  • Work on excel
  • Scanning/Auto Entry/Hubdoc
  • Filing and preparation of Purchase/Sales Invoices in readiness for input
  • Dealing with clients via phone and email
 

WHAT Skills do I NEED?

 

Apprenticeships are very demanding; you’re working towards a qualification whilst working full time! You’ll need to be committed and motivated as there is lots of self-guided work involved. PLUS, you need GOOD …..

 
  • Communication
  • Analytical
  • Customer care
  • Logical
  • IT
  • Initiative
  • Attention to detail
  • Patience
  • Problem Solving
  • Numeracy
 

ANYTHING ELSE?

 
  • GCSE or equivalent English and Maths grade 5/B or above
  • UK Residency (MUST have lived in the UK for 3 years+)
  • Live locally (PREFERABLE – bus routes are not ideal)
 

And what AFTER the Apprenticeship?

 

You could progress into ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­a Finance Assistant (with an increase in salary!) or consider other options, just take a look;  https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeship-courses/accountancy/

 

INTERESTED? Before you apply, ASK yourself?

 
  • Are you happy with the role, company, and qualification?
  • Can you commit to the timeframe?
  • Do you meet the eligibility criteria? (GCSE Maths & English 4 or above & UK Residency)
  • Can you start immediately, or do you have other commitments such as education or work?
 

What NEXT?

 
  • If successful, you’ll receive a phone call from our Recruitment Team
  • NEXT, you’ll be asked to write a supporting statement (this will be added to your CV)
  • You’ll complete an English and Maths assessment

Job Benefits

Small Team
Free Parking
Pension
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Work Level
Level 2
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
£6.40 per hour
Company
Number Crunchers Ltd.
Apprenticeship Course
Level 2 AAT
Duration
15 months
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Industry
Education
Location
Nottingham