Accounts & Bookkeeping Apprentice

Company: Dux Advisory
Location: Luton, LU4 9JB
Type: Apprenticeship
Salary: £15,600.00 per year
Sector: Business, Administration, Finance and Law
Ref: VAC-14522
Application Deadline Date: 31/07/2026
Start Date: 17/08/2026
Positions Available: 1
Working Week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm - 1 hour lunch break

Brief Description

Are you looking for an Accounts and Bookkeeping Apprenticeship? This is a fantastic opportunity with Dux Advisory in Luton.

Qualifications Required

You will need a minimum of four GCSEs at grades 9- 4 (A*-C), including English and maths (or equivalent)

Personal Qualities

Organised
Committed
Strong work ethic
Good communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

Skills Required

Strong numerical and basic maths skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Basic IT skills (Microsoft Excel and Word)
Good organisational and time management skills
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well within a team
Willingness to learn and study towards qualifications
Problem-solving ability
Professional attitude and reliability
Ability to handle confidential information responsibly

Training to be Provided

During this apprenticeship, you will study the following topics: General business, understanding your organization, accounting systems, basic accounting, ethical standard, IT systems, communication and team working.
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will have achieved a Level 2 Accounts / Finance Assistant apprenticeship and an AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting (Level 2).

Future Prospects

Opportunity to progress to Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeper role
Progression to Trainee Accountant position
Continued study towards AAT or professional qualifications (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
Increased responsibility within the finance or accounts team
Opportunity to specialise in areas such as payroll, VAT, or tax
Potential for permanent full-time employment within the company
Long-term career progression to roles such as Senior Accountant or Finance Manager

Vacancy Detail

Dux Advisory are a team of accountants and business advisors focused on guiding and supporting people and businesses in the Herts, Bucks and surrounding areas with offices in Luton, Aylesbury and Berkhamsted.

Established for over 40 years, our two offices are made up of over 30 staff ranging from Directors to Managers, Trainees, Apprentices and Placements – all of whom are passionate, dedicated and fully focused on understanding our clients’ requirements which we believe is essential to be able to build good relationships.

Led by a group of owner-managers, the Dux Advisory team are uniquely placed to offer clients accounting advice and solutions to their challenges and problems as we understand what it takes to run a business.

Their key service offerings include: Accounts, Audit and Assurance, Advisory, Corporate Finance, Personal Tax, Corporate Tax, Outsourcing, Not-For-Profit/ Charities

Dux are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts & Bookkeeping Apprentice to join their growing accounting practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while studying towards a recognised accounting qualification. You will support the accounts team in day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting tasks and develop valuable skills within a professional environment.

As an apprentice, you will assist with: Recording financial transactions and maintaining accurate records, processing purchase and sales invoices, bank reconciliations, assisting with VAT returns, supporting payroll processing, managing receipts and expenses, using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks, providing general administrative support to the team and communicating with clients and responding to basic queries.

On completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve a Level 2 in Accounts.

Other Information

Please consider your transport links to get to both the employers location and the college.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of our Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process.
Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered.
Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.