Accounts Support Higher Apprenticeship - 525 Accountancy Services Ltd

Accounts Support Higher Apprenticeship - 525 Accountancy Services Ltd

525 Accountancy Services Ltd are a leading firm of accountants based in the city centre of Glasgow, with a wide reach of clients firmly based upon referrals and reputation. Our approach is proactive and very much hands on and we firmly believe that this is critical in providing a first class service to our clients.

We are looking for a proactive Accounts Support Apprentice to join our team. The role will involve working closely with the wider accounts team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with full training provided whilst gaining a QA SCQF Level 6 Apprenticeship in Digital Applications Support.

Responsibilities:

• Become systems expert in Xero to assist the Finance Manager
• Act as the first point of contact for manual and computerised bookkeeping activities
• Prepare files for accountants using QuickBooks and Sage as our main systems
• Work with Excel spreadsheets
• Provide administrative support within the office as required
• Ensure client files are kept up to date using Microsoft Office suite and company systems
• Handle client information daily via the company CRM QuickBooks
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager and accounts team to maintain accurate financial records

Required skills:

• Fluency in Microsoft Office
• Detail-oriented with a strong willingness to learn
• Prior experience with Excel is a plus, but not essential as training will be provided

Salary:

£16,500 per annum

Working hours:

9am – 5pm

Benefits:

• Bonus opportunities when monthly targets are met
• Work from home on Fridays and one additional day once fully trained
• Company-paid Christmas party and paid holidays

Future prospects:

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.