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Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship

Harry Walker Accountancy LTD · Tavistock, Devon · posted 11 June 2026

Wage
£19,200 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Starts
3 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
1

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Key Responsibilities Service Delivery Junior Accountants are responsible for completing the preparation phase of the following services:

  • Bookkeeping using cloud software (Xero & Dext)
  • Payroll processing and routine payroll queries
  • Dividend calculation and preparation
  • Confirmation statements
  • CIS contractor returns

You will typically complete specific services for multiple clients, depending on deadlines, workload, and team priorities. Working Within a Partner Group:

  • Completing allocated tasks for clients within your Partner Group
  • Working to prioritise and deadlines set by the coordinator or partner
  • Escalating queries, missing information, or uncertainties promptly
  • Collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth handovers between tasks
  • Maintaining high standards of accuracy, consistency, and organisation

Client Communication

  • Contacting clients by phone/video/email to request information or resolve routine queries
  • Communicating clearly and professionally in plain English
  • Building confidence and trust through friendly, reliable communication

Your training

This apprenticeship is a perfect match for someone without any accountancy or bookkeeping knowledge. On this programme they will learn the building blocks of the modern accountant. Not only will they grasp the fundamentals of bookkeeping, but we will help them develop those vital skills and behaviours to enable them to put their knowledge into action.

If you’re new to accountancy and finance, looking to change your career into accountancy or have previously worked in an accounts department, this level is ideal for you. You don’t need any prior experience working in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. There are no entry requirements, but you do need good maths, IT and English skills, and a willingness to learn.

You’ll learn a broad range of core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing, as well as accountancy-related business skills and personal skills.

You must successfully complete the following:

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK)
  • Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC)
  • Principles of Costing (PCTN)
  • Business Environment (BESY)

Where it leads

We have a career progression path from Junior accountant to Associate Accountant to Senior Accountant to Partner.

About Harry Walker Accountancy LTD

Our culture is built around integrity, reliability and dependability. We focus on providing high-quality accounting services that give business owners confidence and peace of mind. What sets us apart is our commitment to building long-term relationships, delivering consistently high standards, and offering transparent retainer-based pricing that removes the worry of unexpected bills. Our mission is to be the reliable and dependable accountant every family and owner-run business needs to succeed.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsOrganisation skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 9 - 5 ) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 9 - 5 ) — essential
  • GCSE Business (grade Any) — desired

Where you'll work

  • First Floor, The Quay, Plymouth Road, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 8AB

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