Apprentice Accounts Assistant
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Company: CLEMENTS YOUNG LTD
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Location: LINCOLN, LN6 3QN
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Legal, finance and accounting
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Ref: NAS-2000038227
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Application Deadline Date: 03/07/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 16.30pm (1 hr for lunch).
Brief Description
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Apprentice to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while working towards a recognised L3 AAT qualification.
Training to be Provided
- The apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in L3 Assistant Accountant.
- The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course.
- This is a Day Release programme, which means you will attend Lincoln College, one day a week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours. There may also be some online learning involved in this apprenticeship.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice may progress into a permanent Accounts Assistant role. With further experience and professional qualifications, they could develop into positions such as Assistant Accountant or Management Accountant. The business may also support progression onto higher-level accounting qualifications and apprenticeships.
Vacancy Detail
The successful candidate could have already have achieved an entry level accounts or bookkeeping qualification, or have a strong interest in the accountancy route as a continuing profession.
The successful candidate will support a range of finance and administrative tasks, including processing invoices, maintaining financial records, assisting with accounts administration, and providing general support to the finance department.
We are seeking someone with good numerical skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and develop within a busy office environment.
Duties will include, but will not be limited to:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including processing invoices, journals, accruals, and prepayments in accordance with company procedures.
- Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes, including account reconciliations and the preparation of management reports.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, ensuring suppliers are paid on time, and customer payments are accurately recorded.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data, analysing variances, and providing information to management.
- Assist with audit preparation, VAT returns, and compliance activities, ensuring financial information is complete, accurate, and submitted within required deadlines.
Other Information
This is an office-based role that involves working with financial information. Applicants should be organised, reliable, and keen to develop their skills in accounting and finance.