Apprentice Accountant

Description:

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 AAT Apprentice Accountant to join our growing team from January 2027.

This is a full-time, office-based role based in Birchwood, Warrington. From your first day you’ll work alongside experienced accountants, supporting real clients while studying towards your AAT qualification.

About Carter Clear

Carter Clear is a modern, cloud-based accountancy practice helping owner-managed businesses across the UK understand their numbers, stay compliant and make better business decisions.

We specialise in Xero and use the latest cloud technology, automation and AI tools to deliver an efficient, proactive service. We believe accountancy should be approachable, collaborative and genuinely helpful.

What you’ll be doing

As your knowledge and confidence grow, you’ll become involved in:

* Processing bookkeeping using Xero and Apron

* Bank reconciliations

* Preparing VAT returns

* Assisting with payroll processing

* Supporting the preparation of year-end accounts

* Assisting with personal and corporation tax work

* Communicating with clients by telephone and email

* Learning how cloud accounting, automation and AI are used within a modern accountancy practice

* Supporting the team with general administration

You’ll receive full training throughout your apprenticeship.

About You

We’re much more interested in attitude than previous experience.

You’ll ideally be someone who:

* Enjoys working with numbers

* Has excellent attention to detail

* Is organised and reliable

* Communicates well with others

* Is confident using technology

* Takes pride in producing accurate work

* Is keen to build a career in accountancy