Assistant Accountant Apprentice

MAYFLOWER ACCOUNTANCY & TAX LIMITED, Downside, Central Bedfordshire

Assistant Accountant Apprentice

£16,000 a year

MAYFLOWER ACCOUNTANCY & TAX LIMITED, Downside, Central Bedfordshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Apprenticeship programme

Posted today, 25 Aug | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: 05-09-2026 (In 11 days)

Job ref: None

Location ref: Downside, Central Bedfordshire

Full Job Description

Introduction

Join Mayflower Accountancy and be part of a forward-thinking team where innovation meets integrity. With a strong focus on client relationships, tech-driven solutions, and professional growth, it's an exciting place to shape the future of finance while making a real impact every day.



About the Employer

We are an accountancy practice based in Toddington, Bedfordshire, supporting clients not only locally, but right across the UK. We are involved with most aspects of accountancy and tax that impact individuals and small businesses. As such, we aim to bring comprehensive and impactful advice to those who work with us and deliver services to an impeccable standard. Coupled with the delivery of a whole host of compliance services, our main difference is that we are forward-looking. The activities we specialise in are those which help clients plan to meet their personal and professional goals.

What You'll Do

  • Support with day to day financial activities, including data entry and bank reconciliations.
  • Assist in producing month end management accounts and year end financial statements.
  • Help prepare and submit VAT returns and contribute to basic tax computations.
  • Work closely with colleagues and clients to ensure accurate, timely financial information.
  • Use accounting systems and digital tools to maintain high quality records.
  • Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality in all aspects of your work.


Training Outcome

We would like to encourage candidates to further their studies beyond the AAT and seek a charter, which we will aim to sponsor. Successful candidates can aspire to progress to a client manager / financial controller position, where they will gain a comprehensive set of technical and soft skills, with responsibility over their own portfolio of clients.



Skills Required

  • Microsoft Office Proficient
  • Numeracy Skills
  • Strong Communicator
  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependable
  • Results Driven
  • Proactive Approach
  • Eager to Learn
  • Customer Focused


Qualifications

  • Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
  • Essential - GCSE - English - 4


Course Information

Course: Assistant accountant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced



Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months



Training Provider: MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/assistant-accountant-apprentice-127252254