Rory’s apprenticeship journey

Hearr from Rory Foreman below, who joined us as an apprentice accountant in August 2024, as he shares how he’s finding his apprenticeship so far.

Why did you choose an apprenticeship?

I felt going straight into the workplace was far better for my progression, allowing me to gain valuable work experience while learning. I felt it would ensure my maximum potential could be reached, rather than feeling trapped and limited in a lecture hall where I wouldn’t be able to progress and ask important questions.”

 

 

Rory’s apprenticeship journey

How have you found it so far? 

“It’s been very interesting and challenging at the same time. It’s propelled my maturity and allowed me to work with people who are heavily experienced in the field to further my knowledge alongside studying which helps to complete college course. You learn about important things you do on a daily basis allowing you to improve at your job and gain valuable qualifications.”

What have you learnt so far? 

I’ve learnt how to send out and prepare both tax returns and financial statements for clients while also learning how taxes are calculated and what legislation exists in the accountancy and finance industry.”

Would you recommend an apprenticeship to someone else? 

I would highly recommend an apprenticeship to anyone who feels like the classroom is limiting them and to anyone who wishes to gain access to the knowledge of professionals in the field you wish to study. 

“Apprenticeships allow you to get a better understanding of the job, role and sector that you don’t get in any other format.”

Apply for an apprenticeship with us today! 

We currently have an exciting vacancy for an Accounts Apprentice!  

Based in our office in Bury St Edmunds, we’re looking for someone to join our Accounts Team to help prepare year end accounts and associated tax calculations as well as prepare reports, letters and other documents.  

We’re looking for people with excellent organisational skills, ability to use your own initiative and someone who is attentive to support a busy team. 

If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! To apply, head over to the Apprenticeship vacancies website here:  

https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC1000334095 

The advert will close next Monday (25th August), so make sure to apply soon! 

Bury St Edmunds Office Gascoynes