Apprentice AAT-ACA Accountant in Manchester

AMS is a fast-growing accountancy practice currently ranked number 55 in the UK with aims to be a top 40 firm in the next three years. We are looking for talented individuals to join us and our exciting journey. Based in our Manchester head office you will attend college for "off the job" training and be allocated a dedicated mentor to support you in your "on the job" training. Working week Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm.

Details

• Expected duration: 3 years
• Possible start date: 3rd August 2026

The successful candidates will be working predominately in our busy audit team and will be trained across a number of disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships
• Assisting on the audit of financial statements for limited companies and other specialist entities
• Exposed to a variety of areas such as VAT, personal tax, corporation tax
• Supporting senior auditors with the planning and delivery of statutory audits
• Preparing audit working papers and documentation in line with firm and regulatory standards
• Testing financial controls and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Analysing financial data and identifying potential risks or discrepancies
• Liaising with clients to request information and resolve audit queries in a professional manner
• Using audit and accounting software to record findings and maintain files
• Developing technical accounting and audit knowledge while studying towards the AAT qualification
• Assisting other members of our team in the successful running of the office and providing a high standard of service to our clients

Training and qualifications

Alongside your normal duties you will also be granted day release to study towards the AAT qualification. Starting at level 2 you will progress through level 3 and level 4 to become AAT qualified within 3 years. On the successful completion of your AAT qualification you will then be enrolled onto the ACA qualification and spend a further 3 years studying, at which time you will achieve your dreams of becoming a chartered accountant.

Career progression

AMS strives to develop individuals to benefit the team as a whole and gives all members of staff the opportunity to fulfil their own personal goals through a fully supported but challenging environment. Progress on to ACA qualification which takes a further 3 years. On completion of the six years a successful candidate will progress to a qualified accountant and onto our junior management programme.

Skills and personal qualities

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

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent including Maths and English (Grade 9-4) essential
• A Level or equivalent (Grade 3 A*-C) essential
• NVQ or SVQ Level 3 or equivalent (Grade pass) essential

Things to consider

Attitude is as important to us as qualifications, we are looking for positive individuals who have a "Can Do" attitude and an entrepreneurial mindset. In return we can offer you formal training and informal training to include Accounting, Audit & Assurance & Tax in a friendly and welcoming environment.

About AMS

AMS Accountants Group is a national accountancy firm with our head office based in Manchester City Centre. Since 1982, we have grown from a family-run company to a Top 50+50 UK firm which offers financial and tax services to a wide range of businesses across a number of sectors. We pride ourselves on our ambitious, entrepreneurial, and hard-working attitude. Our service is friendly and tailored to our clients’ needs, helping us build strong, long-lasting relationships. The future of AMS is exciting, join us on our journey!