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WHO is it with? Number Crunchers Ltd
WHAT are the HOURS? Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
WHAT Qualification will I GAIN? Level 2 AAT
How LONG will it TAKE me? 15 months
WHAT will I LEARN about?
- Introduction to bookkeeping
- Ethical standards
- General Business
- Communication
- Bookkeeping controls
- Personal effectiveness
- Accounting systems and processes
- Principles of costing
HOW does the Apprenticeship work?
- 1-2-1Monthly Sessions (via MS Teams) with a Skills Coach:
- Active Learning – you will be taught the Units (above) with the Qualification Programme
- Progress Reviews
- 6 hours a week Apprenticeship Study Time, to focus on:
- Assignments, revision, training & development activities
- Hours are agreed with your manager, either split across the week, or on a set day
- Study and completion of ‘Certificate in Accounting’ (Mandatory Qualification) consisting of:
- 4 Modules, each takes approx. 2 months to complete
- 4 Exams, taken online. Exams include;
- Introduction to Bookkeeping
- Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
- Principles of Costing
- The Business Environment
- Independent Study:
- You manage your own study time, how and when you study, and determine your own pace
- You will have access to a range of tools and resources:
- 1-2-1 Sessions with a Dedicated AAT Tutor
- Group Webinars
- Interactive online Enhanced Classrooms with BPP , including Pre-recorded Lectures
So, WHO are Number Crunchers?
Established for 28 years, Number Crunchers are a small accountancy practice, who support small businesses across a range of industries, including sole traders, start-ups, limited companies and franchises.
WHAT’S in it for ME?
You’ll be joining a small team who is no stranger to supporting apprentices through their journey and beyond. In fact many have progressed into thriving accounts – so, you are in very safe hands!
Working in a modern bright office – a really nice place to work – you’ll also get:
- 20 days Holiday plus 8 bank holidays
- Free Car parking
- Pension (Nest)
DAY to DAY, you will….
- Basic inputting, through accountancy software
- Work on excel
- Scanning/Auto Entry/Hubdoc
- Filing and preparation of Purchase/Sales Invoices in readiness for input
- Dealing with clients via phone and email
WHAT Skills do I NEED?
Apprenticeships are very demanding; you’re working towards a qualification whilst working full time! You’ll need to be committed and motivated as there is lots of self-guided work involved. PLUS, you need GOOD …..
- Communication
- Analytical
- Customer care
- Logical
- IT
- Initiative
- Attention to detail
- Patience
- Problem Solving
- Numeracy
ANYTHING ELSE?
- GCSE or equivalent English and Maths grade 5/B or above
- UK Residency (MUST have lived in the UK for 3 years+)
- Live locally (PREFERABLE – bus routes are not ideal)
And what AFTER the Apprenticeship?
You could progress into ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂa Finance Assistant (with an increase in salary!) or consider other options, just take a look; https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeship-courses/accountancy/
INTERESTED? Before you apply, ASK yourself?
- Are you happy with the role, company, and qualification?
- Can you commit to the timeframe?
- Do you meet the eligibility criteria? (GCSE Maths & English 4 or above & UK Residency)
- Can you start immediately, or do you have other commitments such as education or work?
- Is your CV up to date and relevant?
What NEXT?
- If successful, you’ll receive a phone call from our Recruitment Team
- NEXT, you’ll be asked to write a supporting statement (this will be added to your CV)
- You’ll complete an English and Maths assessment
