Accounts Associate

Location: On site / Birmingham, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Accounting & Finance | Audit & Practice
Salary: Negotiable salary

We are currently recruiting for an Apprentice to join our Accounts team based in Birmingham. The role will see you gain your AAT qualification followed by your ACCA qualification and give you exposure to the full accounts process.

• Accounts preparation. Assist in preparing year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and small limited companies.
• Bookkeeping. Maintain accurate financial records, process transactions, and reconcile accounts.
• VAT returns. Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Client communication. Respond to client queries and request missing information.
• Administrative duties — Filing, scanning, organising client documents, and supporting the wider team.
• Software use. Work with cloud accounting systems such as Xero, Quick Books, or Sage.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles or willingness to learn
• Confident with Excel and general IT systems
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Professional communication and a positive attitude toward learning
• Ability to work well in a small team environment

• Death in service (4x salary)
• 24 hour access to a GP
• Access to a EV Scheme
• Access to a Cycle to work scheme
• Access to a discount platform
• Access to an EAP system
• Employee Referral Scheme