Accountancy Apprenticeship

Job Description

Accounting Apprentice 

Are you thinking about your options after college? Are you looking to become a qualified accountant? If university is not for you, why not start working towards a professional qualification while working at a leading professional services firm, gaining valuable experience and earning a salary? 

Begbies Traynor is the market leader in business rescue and recovery supporting financially distressed businesses with turnaround, restructuring and closure options. 
 
We have exciting opportunities available to work in our Leicester office within our Corporate Restructuring and Recovery Team with support being provided to achieve a professional accountancy qualification. 

What will you do? 

Over 5 or 6 years you will study towards becoming a qualified accountant and during this time you will 

• Gain practical experience and valuable skills whilst bringing your studies to life 
• Be part of a team supporting the day-to-day operations and functions and get involved in interesting cases 
• Use your insights and skills to analyse financial information, prepare statutory reports and documents  
• Communicate with key stakeholders, such as Accountants and Solicitors on formal insolvency matters 
• Gain knowledge and experience of dealing with limited companies in financial distress from a wide range of industries and sectors 
• Be predominantly based in our Leicester office with a supportive team around you, occasionally working out on-site and in other offices 

What will we do? 

• Support you to fast track your career and cover the costs of your study to achieve your professional qualifications 
• Provide on-the job training and exposure to a wide range of industries and experiences 
• Regularly check in to make sure you’re meeting your personal goals  
• Help you grow by supporting you to learn new skills, build technical knowledge alongside your professional development 
• Give you the opportunity to build your network across our Group and make a difference be being part of our Colleague Networks who drive change 
• Provide a competitive salary and benefits package  

What we are looking for:

• 3 A-levels or equivalent at A* to C (obtained or predicted) 
• 9 to 4 in Maths and English at GCSE or equivalent 
• Desire to work in a professional services environment 
• Ability to communicate well with both colleagues and external parties 
• Natural curiosity and desire to solve problems 
• Self-motivation and ability to combine study and work