We’re Hiring – Bookkeeping Apprentice

Overview
  • Based in: Borehamwood (Excellent Thameslink transport line)
  • Start date: September
  • Department: Finance
  • Reports to: Head of Finance

The Opportunity:

If you’re looking to launch a career in accounting and finance, a bookkeeping apprenticeship is a fantastic first step! This role combines on-the-job training with formal qualifications, allowing you to gain valuable practical experience while earning.

As a Bookkeeping Apprentice, you’ll play a supportive role within a finance team, assisting with a variety of tasks to ensure accurate and up-to-date financial records for our clients.

Your day-to-day might involve:

  • Data Entry: Processing invoices, receipts, and other financial transactions.
  • Bank Reconciliation: Matching bank statements with company records.
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage payments owed and collect payments.
  • Software & Spreadsheets: Utilising accounting software (e.g., Xero) and spreadsheets for data analysis.
  • Basic Reports & VAT: Assisting with preparing reports and potentially with VAT returns.

About you:

No prior bookkeeping experience is required. Apprenticeships are designed for individuals with a strong interest in finance and a knack for detail and accuracy. You’ll be supported by experienced colleagues and work towards a recognised qualification which is the AAT, accounting technicians qualification. You will get time off for studying and your exams. You courses and exam fees are fully paid for.

It would be helpful to have:

  • Some computer literacy skills
  • You’re organised and pay attention to detail
  • You like working in a fast pace environment
  • You’re looking to lead into a full professional accountancy qualification
  • You’re a great communicator

About us

We are a multidisciplinary outsourcing practice that helps business owners to focus on what they do best whilst our highly experienced team do the rest. Top professionals from each sector provide the right mix of advice and services in areas such as Bookkeeping, Payroll & Accounting, HR, IT, Marketing, and others. Working with businesses that are starting up, growing or need to get back on track, the team can provide everything that a business requires in one effective and efficient solution.

How to apply

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