AAT Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship

Overview

Post invoices on accounting software. Data entry in excel. Bank reconciliations. Apply accounting principles. Support management with client queries. Post any accounting journals in the account's software. Bookkeeping in accountancy software. Downloading information from client portals. Ad hoc administrative duties as needed by the office. This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.

Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results. You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns.

You ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4. To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:
Financial Accounting;
Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS). Management Accounting Techniques (MATS). Tax Processes for Business (TPFB). Business Awareness (BUAW).

A-C in at least 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English Language)

Basic knowledge of Microsoft applications, You will be part of the practice s continued expansion and will be expected to want to progress within the company whilst completing the AAT qualification. There will also be the opportunity to carry out further study upon completion of the AAT. The Company will provide study support towards all professional accountancy qualifications. This is a permanent position therefore once the apprenticeship is completed you will be a permanent staff member with progression opportunity and further training courses.

Having any sort of accounting experience is extremely advantageous, however this is not essential.