The Most - Issue 1

01772 821021 www.mooreandsmalley.co.uk For all your accounting, business advisory and tax needs Now, for tomorrow GM: I just like to be challenged and I felt that the apprenticeship at Moore and Smalley offered the perfect challenge for me. BH: I feel that by doing an apprenticeship it will be more beneficial for me in developing myself rather than studying accounting at university. Here I am able to experience what it is like to work in an accountants, gain knowledge from my colleagues, and study accountancy alongside. PC: So you have all clearly got career aspirations… AB : Yes, I want to become a chartered accountant and this will allow me to progress my chartered studies. GM : Me too. I aim to become a chartered accountant and this apprenticeship will give me the solid foundation to achieve my goals. LR : I’m aspiring to become a qualified accountant so this apprenticeship, like the others have said, will get me on the next step towards studying my ACCA or ACA. PC: You all sound like you’re enjoying your time here. Has there been any stand out moments or highlights fromdoing an apprenticeship? BH: I enjoy every day in the office as the people around me are fantastic and whilst the work can be challenging, when you have accomplished something it’s very rewarding. That is also due to the great help from the people around you. GM: It has shown me that no matter where you are in your life, that if you are wanting a career change it is possible. LR: I agree. I have also made some great friends whilst doing this through Preston’s College. GM: Honestly, I would highly recommend an apprenticeship with MHA Moore and Smalley in particular, and with Preston’s College. I have found that I am able to go to any person within the company and they are happy to help. PC: What would you say to anyone thinking about starting an apprenticeship? WJ: An apprenticeship is definitely a route to consider with lots of advantages over going through university. GM: Preston’s College has given us superb tutors. I haven’t come from an accounts background so it was important to me to fully understand the basics of accounting which my tutor has given her time to support me when I have not understood something fully. WJ: And it’s a great working environment at the College too, this has really helped me to excel. BH: The facilities at the College are great and give me the best chance of passing the exams that I need for me to progress in my career and my job at MHA Moore and Smalley. Rebecca Coombes, HR Director at MHA Moore and Smalley says: “As a member of the AAT Employer Scheme, MHA Moore and Smalley are proud to have 16 students completing their AAT apprenticeship at Preston’s College. At Preston’s College, our students are supported with their studies by experienced tutors. Internally, our extensive student training plan, competency framework and experienced student mentors ensure that our students receive the best support to achieve their AAT qualifications. Studies are complemented by obtaining on the job work experience from a diverse client base, which allows students to quickly become confident within their roles; whilst providing an exceptional service to our clients.”