Apprentice Pension Fund Assistant Accountant

Salary: £15,435 - £24,522 per annum (Age Dependent)

Hours per week: 37 hours (two contracts available)

Start you career in finance as an Apprentice Accountant with Wiltshire Pension Fund!

As an Apprentice Accountant, you'll have the opportunity to combine academic learning with practical work experience, all while contributing to the financial success of the pension fund. Benefit from a supportive, collaborative environment with flexible working options.

As a key member of the team, you'll have the opportunity to combine academic learning with practical work experience, all while contributing to the financial success of the pension fund. Benefit from a supportive, collaborative environment with flexible working options.

As an integral part of our team, you'll dive into the world of finance, assisting in various aspects of accounting and financial management. Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to, managing financial data, reconciling accounts and preparing financial reports. Through these tasks, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices, laying a strong foundation for your future career.  

One of the most exciting aspects of this role is the opportunity to pursue your AAT level 3 qualification while gaining real-world experience. We're committed to supporting your professional development every step of the way. You'll will have access to training resources and dedicated study time to excel in your studies. We provide a development pathway beyond AAT level 3 to achieve a chartered accountancy qualification, this role can be your first step for a career in finance.

If you're a motivated individual with a passion for finance and a desire to kickstart your career in accounting, we want to hear from you! Take the first step towards an exciting and fulfilling career path by applying for one of our two Apprentice Accountant positions today.  

Contact details

Jelena Peet Fund Accountant at Jelena.Peet@wiltshire.gov.uk

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