ACA Accountant Apprenticeship

Summary
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a Level 7 apprenticeship with Fisher Phillips LLP and Kaplan. You will be mainly dealing with accounts, tax and VAT returns whilst working towards the ACA Level 7 qualification.

Annual wage: £27,000 a year
Training course: Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7)

Hours
Between 0930 - 1730, Monday to Friday. 35 hours a week.

Possible start date
Tuesday 1 April

Duration
3 years

Positions available
3

Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you'll do at work
Duties will include:

1. Involvement in the day-to-day work of our busy Audit and Accounts department.
2. Preparation of limited company accounts either from core records or accounting software.
3. The computation of corporation tax.
4. Junior audit work either in the office or at clients' premises.

Where you'll work
Summit House, 170 Finchley Road, London, UK, NW3 6BP

Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Your training course
Accountancy or taxation professional (level 7) - Equal to master's degree

Course contents

• Build trusted and sustainable relationships with individuals and organisations.
• Influence the impact of business decisions on relevant communities.
• Communicate in a clear, articulate and appropriate manner.
• Identify ethical dilemmas and behave appropriately.
• Take ownership of allocated projects and effectively manage time.
• Evaluate information quickly and draw accurate conclusions.

Your training plan
ACA is a great option if you're looking to become a chartered accountant and work in accountancy and finance. It opens a wealth of opportunities, as you can specialise in specific areas or sectors, or work broadly across multiple industries. You'll also need to have 450 practical work experience days.

Requirements
Essential qualifications
Degree (grade 2:1) and A Level or equivalent in any subject (grade C or above). Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements
Starting salary: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum. Holiday: 25 days. Pension scheme. Limited parking permits available. Good transport links to the office.

About this company
The firm was first established in 1946. Fisher Philips is now a busy and growing 6 partner firm in North West London, acting for clients of all sizes and from all industries.

After this apprenticeship
Depending upon the wishes of the candidate, their ability and the firm's requirements, the candidate may have the opportunity to become an audit senior within the department.

Application instructions
To apply, you must register with GetMyFirstJob and follow the instructions to complete your application. The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000295590. Closes on Friday 28 February.