Location:               Northallerton

Hours:                    Permanent/ Apprenticeship/ Inc. part time education

37.5 hrs per week for age 21 and under

40 Hours per week for over the age of 21

Salary/Rate           From £15,000 - £19,700  dependent on ages, and course level (All college fees will be paid by Align Property Services)

Align Property Services is looking for a driven individual, eager to learn and committed to a career in finance and accounting, to join our team in Northallerton as an Apprentice Accounting Technician.

You will receive full training, and it is expected that you will achieve a Level 3 / 4 AAT through day-release to college, which will compromise of a mix of both online and onsite required attendance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a solid foundation for your  career combining mentorship, theory, and professional practice.

Align Property Services, who are we? 

 We are an award-winning building design consultancy, recently named Regional Energy Consultancy and Regional New Build Project of the Year for our work with Darlington Borough Council at the North East Energy Efficiency Awards, where it was recognised as national best practice.

Align Property Services is a Limited Company, wholly owned by North Yorkshire Council and we are one of the largest multi-discipline building design consultancies in the North of England. We are collaborative in the way we work, offering a broad range of services in Architecture, Sustainability, Building Surveying, Project Management, Civil & Structural, Transport Planning, Bridges, Highways & Drainage Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, CDM, Property Advisory & Estate Management.

We are dynamic and diverse in our approach to projects, from valuing small gardens to multi-million-pound listed structures including schools, fire stations, care homes and other public and commercial buildings across the UK. We are in continuous development of new projects with North Yorkshire Council and other public and private sector clients, and it is an exciting time to join us as we continue to evolve.

As an Apprentice Accounting Technician, you will:

 You will develop your skills and gain hands-on experience in key areas of accounting. As part of your training, you will learn bookkeeping, including how to maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts in line with accounting standards. You will assist in Final Accounts Preparation, helping to compile year-end financial statements such as profit and loss accounts and balance sheets. Training will also cover Management Accounting: Costing, where you’ll explore cost analysis, reporting, and support budgeting processes. You’ll gain practical knowledge of Indirect Tax, including the preparation of VAT returns and understanding tax compliance. A strong emphasis will be placed on Ethics for Accountants, ensuring you uphold integrity and professionalism in all financial activities. Additionally, you will develop proficiency in Spreadsheets for Accounting, using tools like Excel to analyse data, build financial models, and streamline reporting tasks.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a solid foundation for a successful career in accounting, for a full outline of the responsibilities and requirements, please view the job description

In return, you'll receive a structured apprenticeship program, weekly day release to college, travel expenses covered, 25 days of annual leave, and opportunities for professional development. A competitive salary and clear progression path will be provided as you advance.

Essential requirements:

• Minimum 5 GCSE Grades A-C/5-9 including Maths and English
•  To be eligible for the Level 4, you will have already obtained a Diploma in Accounting Level 3 or PE1
• Be willing to undertake the part time Level 3/4 AAT course
• Good IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Driving Licence or willing/working towards obtaining a UK Driving Licence

As part of the interview process, the successful candidate will be asked to attend a separate interview at the chosen college to confirm suitability for the role and to determine your understanding of the expectations associated with the apprenticeship standard.

You can review the standards associated with the course at:

Level 3 Assistant accountant / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Level 4 - Professional accounting or taxation technician / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

 About the Qualification:

 You will obtain a Level 3/4 AAT qualification that will compromise of AAT modules, each of which will be assessed by an end of module exam. At the end of the course, you will complete an End of Point Assessment, which usually consists of a synoptic assessment, portfolio of work and a reflective discussion.

 How to Apply:

To apply, please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Danielle McDowell (Resourcing Specialist) at danielle.mcdowell@northyorks.gov.uk

Please ensure that your CV is current and includes your contact details and all relevant qualifications. In your supporting statement, please explain your motivation for applying, how you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification.

To discuss this position in further detail please contact Danielle McDowell on 07977 743 718.

Closing Date: Monday 16^th of June 2025

Interviews are expected to be held on the 1^st and 2^nd of July 2025

Align Property Services Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief. 

 Please note, we do not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.

 We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline. Interviews will take place in one of our Northallerton office.