Accounts and Finance Assistant Apprentice

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Apprentice to join our practice in Delph, as an AAT Level 2 Accounts and Finance Assistant. This position offers the perfect entry point into the accounting profession, combining practical, hands-on office experience with structured learning as you work towards your level 2 qualification.

What you'll do

From day one, you will be fully supported by our experienced team. You will start by mastering the essential administrative foundations of a busy firm before progressively moving into complex accounts and tax work as your skills and confidence develop.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Client Onboarding: Shadowing and supporting the administration team with onboarding new clients and inputting CRM data.
• Compliance Checks: Assisting with confirmation statements and performing client ID checks in line with new regulations.
• HMRC Registrations: Registering clients for various HMRC services, including VAT, PAYE, MTD, and CIS.
• Payroll Support: Working alongside our payroll department to assist with month-end processes and maintaining accurate, up-to-date files.
• Software Training: Receiving comprehensive training in industry-standard platforms—including Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
• Bookkeeping Assistance: Supporting the core bookkeeping and accounts team with daily financial tasks.
• Career Progression: Gradually taking on more technical accounts and tax work as your skills grow.

Training

Off the job training will take place at Oldham College one day a week.

After the apprenticeship

Full time position for the right candidate.

Skills

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

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English and Maths (grade Grades 9-4 (A*-C))

About the employer

Taylor Whittakers Accountancy is a long-established independent accountancy practice based in the Oldham area, serving small businesses, sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. The firm promotes itself as a friendly, approachable accountant focused on making bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and compliance straightforward for business owners

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2), Legal, finance and accounting
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: THE OLDHAM COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday, 10:00am - 4:00pm (30 hours per week, including 1 day at college).
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year