AAT Assistant Accountant Apprentice

Summary

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 3 AAT apprenticeship with Bright Ideas Accountancy and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst working towards the qualification.

Wage

£14,000 a year

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Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

35 hours. Days and shifts tbc.

35 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 July 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

3

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

As an Accounting Apprentice, you will support the finance team with a range of accounting and administrative tasks while working towards your AAT Level 3 qualification. This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in finance and gain hands-on experience in a busy, professional environment.

Bank Reconciliation

Assist in reconciling bank statements against company records and investigating any discrepancies.

Support VAT Returns and Other Compliance Task

Provide assistance in preparing information for VAT returns and other regulatory reporting.

Assist with Payroll Preparation (if applicable

Support basic payroll admin tasks, such as timesheet entry and checking payroll data.

Use of Accounting Software

Learn to operate relevant accounting systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Freeagent) for data entry and reporting.

General Administrative Support

Assist with answering finance-related queries, filing, document scanning

Where you’ll work

80 Ashton Road
Denton
UK
M34 3JF

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Assist with the investigation and response to financial information queries.
Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements and report financial information to users of accounts.
Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
Reconcile financial data, such as, preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
Investigate, resolve or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Communicate using varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

Your training plan

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT 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.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 9/A* - 4/C)
Maths (grade 9/A* - 4/C)

A Level or equivalent in:

Any (grade A-C)

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

AAT (grade 2)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills

Other requirements

Holiday Entitlement: 25 days paid holiday per year plus bank holidays. Pension Scheme:Access to a workplace pension scheme in line with government auto-enrolment regulations. Apprenticeship Training Support:Full support to complete the AAT Level 3 Accounting Apprenticeship, including time off for study and exams. Employee Benefits: Paid study leave, Company social events and Private medical insurance. Off road parking.

About this company

At Bright Ideas Accounting, we do more than just balance books — we help businesses thrive. As a modern, client-focused accountancy firm, we combine expert financial knowledge with a proactive, friendly approach. We work closely with small to medium-sized businesses, offering tailored advice and support that empowers them to make confident decisions.

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Opportunity to progress onto the AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma, fully supported by the company.
Potential for a permanent position within the finance team upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Long-term career development with the chance to gain further qualifications ACCA depending on performance and business needs.
A clear development pathway with regular support, mentoring, and internal training opportunities..

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000311595.

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Closes on Saturday 31 May 2025

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