Ballards LLP are an award-winning firm of chartered accountants, with offices in Worcester, Droitwich, and Birmingham. With a modern approach to accountancy and a passion for providing excellent client service, Ballards LLP provides a wide range of accountancy services across a variety of sectors. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accounts Apprentice to join our growing Outsourced Accounts team. In this role, you will assist in managing the day-to-day accounting and finance needs for a variety of clients, helping to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.About the role:
- Accurate weekly/monthly data entry to support real-time accounting
- Supporting the preparation of management accounts
- Balancing and maintaining ledgers with precision
- Processing monthly financial data in a timely and organised manner
- Collaborating with other departments to deliver seamless service
- Investigating and following up on client information in line with Service Level Agreements
- Identifying and escalating any discrepancies or anomalies in financial data
- Maintaining consistent communication with clients to meet record-keeping deadlines
- Ensuring all software entries are accurate and well-documented
- Attending college regularly and engaging fully with your study programme
About you:
You’ll be an enthusiastic and committed individual who is keen to continue to develop a career in accountancy. You should have a strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and excellent communication skills.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has achieved AAT Level 2 or 3
- Has a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Communicates clearly and professionally, both with colleagues and clients
- Is able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Can manage deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively
- Is committed to personal development and exam success through regular college attendance, whilst continuing to study for their AAT qualification and beyond
About the rewards:
- Hybrid and flexible working
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Career progression
- Electric Car scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Enhanced Family Pay - maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support