Wage: £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5.30pm.
Start date: Friday 4 September 2026
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Summary

We seek a driven individual aiming for a career in finance and accounts, with basic knowledge of accounting principles. The intern will assist with cashbooks, VAT returns, payroll, financial reports, bookkeeping software, and admin tasks. No experience needed - just a strong willingness to learn.

Wage £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Business administrator (level 3) Hours Monday - Friday, 9am - 5.30pm. 40 hours a week Start date Friday 4 September 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 1

What you'll do at work

Preparation of cashbooks Preparation of VAT returns Bank reconciliations Sales and purchase ledgers Dealing with external accountant(s) Inter-company reconciliations Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Word and Excel Excellent organisational skills Bookkeeping and payroll General assistance with other routine accounts tasks if required Liaise with internal team members, suppliers and customers to ensure all correct information has been inputted

Where you'll work

6 Portland Business Centre, Manor House LaneDatchetSloughSL3 9EG

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

What you'll learn

Course contents Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

Business Administrator Level 3.

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

5 GCSEs (grade A*-C)Maths (grade 7)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalInitiative

About this employer

We are a local independent firm of registered accountants regulated by the association of accountants with over 50 years combined experience. We specialise in Accounting, Consulting and Taxation services. Our existing clientele come from all aspects of the business community including new start-ups, the seasoned entrepreneur and the established business. This experience includes; completion of training contract with a Big 4 accounting practice, tier 1 investment banking portfolio and financial services.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Potential permanent employment - subject to performance Career progression with further study support for professional qualifications

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