Apprentice Accountant in St Albans

Summary

We are a small, friendly firm of accountants based in St Albans. Looking for an individual with Excel knowledge to add to our team. Please email your CV with a covering letter. The role involves preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping, using Excel or online software, and preparing accounts for sole traders and Limited companies.

Wage

£20,000 a year

Hours

Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm with an hour for lunch. We offer flexibility on working hours. 37 hours 30 minutes a week.

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

What you’ll do at work

• Preparing VAT returns
• Bookkeeping, using Excel or online software
• Preparing accounts for sole traders and Limited companies
• Basic corporation tax and personal tax returns

Where you’ll work

68 London Road, St Albans, AL1 1NG

Training provider

Kaplan Financial Limited

Training course

Assistant Accountant (Level 3)

Training schedule

• Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
• Functional Skills in Maths and English, if required
• One day a week for the AAT Qualification
• Flexible study method to suit your preference
• Good basic knowledge of accounts and tax

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

Mathematics (A Level, grade 4 or above). Additional relevant qualifications and industry experience will be considered.

Skills

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

Career development

• After completing the AAT, you may study for ACCA to become a qualified accountant.
• The firm is a training practice for ACCA and offers full support.