Job Description

Job purpose

We are a small and fairly relaxed office. There are currently 4 of us in our Glasgow City centre office and we are looking to grow our team.

After completion of the Modern Apprenticeship, we would happily support the candidate to further progress with accountancy qualifications such as HNC or AAT all dependant on how suited they are to that and how they wish to progress.

Will undertake Business and Administration Modern Apprenticeship SCQF Level 6 (2025)

Duties to include:
Answering telephone and directing calls
Monitor stationery levels and order accordingly
Processing invoices in computerised accounting system for the firm
Processing client records to assist with VAT returns
Assisting other members of staff with processing information required for client accounts and tax returns
Any other general office related tasks that may arise from time to time

Training Provided
Training with Microcom for the Modern Apprenticeship above
In house training from partners and staff to develop skills required to process financial information related to the firm and its clients

We have a 35 hour working week. We have 32 days annual holiday per year including public holiday. 20 are flexible and 12 fixed. The fixed days are Easter Monday, 2 Mondays in May, Glasgow Fair Monday, September weekend Monday and 7 working days from Christmas Day until returning on 3rd January or equivalent depending on how weekends fall. We do not have compulsory overtime although there is an expectation to work additional hours when required particularly in January due to the self assessment tax return deadline on 31 January each year. Staff are paid an overtime rate for that or can choose to take time in lieu.

What will I learn?

You will learn how to work in a busy office environment, how to work both individually and as part of a team, how to manage your work load and communicate effectively.

What qualifications or qualities are required?

Requirements

Preferably the successful candidate

will have passed exams in English and Maths

will have a keen interest in accountancy and further development

will be a good communicator

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 13,741.00 per year

Work Location: In person