Accounts Apprentice in Grimsby

Introduction

As an apprentice at Jackson Stapleton Accountants, you will receive mentoring and will learn from our highly trained team. You will complete accredited learning, including an AAT accounts qualification and will gain experience from a broad range of jobs within our company, including accounting, VAT and tax.

About the Employer

Established in 2017, Jackson Stapleton Accountants is a forward‑thinking accountancy practice that combines traditional values with modern technology to deliver personalised financial solutions. With offices in Scunthorpe, Grimsby, Lincoln and Retford, the firm supports a wide range of businesses by providing proactive accountancy, tax and advisory services. The practice invests in cloud accounting technology and in the ongoing development of its team, offering a supportive and professional working environment where apprentices can develop valuable skills, gain hands‑on experience and build a successful career in accountancy.

Responsibilities

As an apprentice you’ll complete a structured programme of learning, starting with a Level2 Apprenticeship and Level2 AAT Certificate in Accounting, with opportunities to progress through Level3, Level4, and eventually gain an ACCA qualification after gaining 3years of work experience. Comprehensive training and support will be provided to help you achieve the apprenticeship standard while building your confidence and helping you develop your career within a well‑established and supportive company. Duties include:

• Assisting with all aspects of accounts preparation.
• Bookkeeping transactions using different software platforms.
• Produce, run and submit VAT returns.
• Processing payroll.
• Accurately entering accounting data and collecting and storing client records effectively.
• Reconciliation of client bank accounts, credit card accounts, sales and purchase ledgers.
• Dealing with HMRC queries and authorisations.
• General office administration, including filing and scanning.
• Assisting clients with queries over the telephone and via email.
• Learning from colleagues and attending college training sessions to complete AAT qualifications.
• Performing other associated duties as required.

Training Outcome

This apprenticeship programme provides a fantastic opportunity for apprentices to build a strong foundation of on‑ and off‑the‑job learning. With strong growth ambitions, you will work in a culture that encourages development, promotes well‑being, and values teamwork. The successful candidate will progress through Level2, Level3 and Level4 AAT qualifications and will eventually complete the ACCA qualification.

Mandatory Qualifications

• GCSE English – 4/C or above
• GCSE Maths – 4/C or above

Desired Qualifications

• Level2 AAT Programme completed (enabling potential start at Level3)

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical thinking
• Team working
• Creativity
• Initiative
• Non‑judgemental
• Patience
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Basic Excel skills
• Willingness to learn
• Trustworthiness and honesty
• Organised and reliable
• Genuine interest

Course Information

Course: Accounts or finance assistant (Level2)
Route: Legal, finance and accounting
Apprenticeship level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working week: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00.
Expected duration: 1Year3Months.

Training Provider

TEC PARTNERSHIP