AAT Apprentice Accountant
- Oscar Ip & Co. Chartered Accountants
- Liverpool
- Competitive
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- Reference
- OSC-HP-PS
- Wages
- Competitive
- Apprentice Rate
- Hours
- 35 hours per week
- Date Posted
- 08/10/2026
- Closes
- 06/11/2026 We reserve the right to close vacancies before this date.
- Location
- Liverpool
- Status
- Now taking applications
- Sector
- Finance
- Employment Type
- Advanced Level 3
- Employer
- Oscar Ip & Co. Chartered Accountants
Description
As the Apprentice Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office. Your responsibilities will include a variety of administrative duties, aimed at maintaining efficiency. Key duties and responsibilities for this position are as follows:
1. Maintaining client records on software programs such as TaxCalc, Xero, and QuickBooks, among others.
2. Preparing year-end accounts, associated tax computations, and other professional work based on client accounting records.
3. Compiling and submitting VAT returns.
4. Utilising MS Office and relevant accounting systems effectively.
5. Assisting with additional professional work as required.
6. Drafting client letters.
7. Meeting and liaising with clients when necessary.
8. Coordinating with HM Revenue & Customs.
9. Upholding high standards of customer service at all times.
For more information about this vacancy please contact Kaplan on kaplan.recruitment@kaplan.co.uk (Ref ID: OSC-HP-PS)
Perks & Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Development
Skills Required
Requirements:
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organisational abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
Qualification Required
A-Levels.
GCSE's grades 9/A* - 4/C including Maths and English.
Training
This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.
Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:
Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS).
Management Accounting Techniques (MATS).
Tax Processes for Business (TPFB).
Business Awareness (BUAW).
Personal Qualities
A strong candidate should be professional, approachable, organised and proactive, with a willingness to learn and develop. They should be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients, work well within a team, manage deadlines and demonstrate attention to detail. Given the firm's client-focused environment, building positive relationships and understanding clients' needs would also be important.
Future Prospects
Promotion within the company.