Apprentice Accountant

Clay Ratnage & Co. was established in East London in 1927. Our business has 5 partners and approximately 45 staff operating from three offices in Romford, Wickford and Grays. Our accountancy practice has been built around providing support to businesses in Essex, London and the surrounding areas and, whilst this continues to comprise the largest part of our client base, we now have a wide variety of clients across the UK and beyond. The philosophy of our business has been to maintain a "general practice" approach meaning all staff have extensive experience of accounts, tax and audit and are, therefore, able to provide tailored assistance with day-to-day queries that arise. We also have a specialist Tax department to deal with more complicated tax matters and a specialist Wills and Probate department. We aim to provide a timely and cost effective service and look to build long-term relationships with our clients by delivering our services in a friendly and helpful manner. Due to the longevity of the firm, we have experience in virtually all business sectors but pride ourselves in our specialist knowledge of the building, property, manufacturing and retail sectors, in addition to our long-standing involvement with charities.

Monday to Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm. Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm. 1 hour lunch to be taken between 12:00 and 2:00. 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas to New Year. 37 hours 30 minutes a week1 year 3 monthsCommunication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Able to meet deadlines, Work well under pressure

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• 3 other subjects (grade 5 / C or above)
• Maths and English (grade 5 / C or above)

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

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Able to meet deadlines
• Work well under pressure

3 other subjects (grade 5 / C or above), Maths and English (grade 5 / C or above), Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Able to meet deadlines, Work well under pressure

After this apprenticeship

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

On successful completion of your AAT qualification, we will encourage you to move to a level 7 apprenticeship working towards either an ACCA or ICAEW qualification. Our friendly and supportive staff and training network will provide you with the help you need to progress through the exam process.