AAT Accounting Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks an Asset Accountant Apprentice to gain hands-on experience while working towards an AAT level 3 qualification. This role involves updating cash flow forecasts, posting receipts, and maintaining customer relations. Candidates should have GCSEs in Maths and English with strong communication and analytical skills. The position offers a salary of £20,000 per year and benefits like a pension scheme and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Pension scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts across retailers and leisure providers

Responsibilities

• Updating receipts cash flow forecast with remittances each day.
• Posting receipts from the bank statements daily and allocating remittances advice.
• Allocating nil accounts and Direct Debit receipts to ensure ledgers are up to date.
• Take card payments from residents over the phone and accurately record the transactions.
• Run system reports for analysis of the debtor book.
• Assist with system cleansing for accurate customer communications.
• Respond promptly to debtors and internal enquiries.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, both internally and externally.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE in Basic Maths

GCSE in Standard English

Job description

Summary

Are you looking to build a long‑term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 3 with Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd and Kaplan. You will be dealing with bank statements, accounts and financial data whilst working towards the AAT level 3 qualification.

Wage

£20,000 a year

Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, working hours TBC
40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 5 January 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

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

Job duties:

• Updating receipts cash flow forecast with remittances each day
• Posting receipts from the bank statements daily and allocating remittances advice, accurately and in a timely manner
• Allocating nil accounts and Direct Debit receipts to ensure ledgers are up to date
• Take card payments from residents over the phone and accurately record the transactions in the financial systems Input accurate financial data into the finance system
• Run system reports to aid with analysis of the debtor book
• Assist with system cleansing to ensure accurate customer communications are sent out
• Respond promptly and in a professional manner to debtors and internal enquiries
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, both internally and externally. Other general support to the wider Accounts Receivable team as directed.

Where you’ll work

Westcourt, Gelderd Road
Leeds
UK
LS12 6DB

Training

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

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

What you’ll learn

• 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 elevate 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.

Training schedule

Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3 Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level. You'll learn complex accounting techniques and master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants. This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. 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'll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory. Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you'll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all of the other units.

Essential qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in: Basic Maths (grade 9/A* - 5/B)
• Standard English (grade 9/A* - 5/B)

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements

Benefits include: Royal London pension scheme. 25 days holiday + bank holidays. Holiday Flex (buy extra days). Simply Health cash back & virtual GP. Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay. Flexible working patterns. Cycle to work scheme. Discounts across retailers, gyms, and leisure providers. Free Will Service. Blue Light Card, and more. Hybrid Working: 1 day per week once competent.

About this employer

At MMCG, it's our people who make our company great, and we pride ourselves on how well we work together as a team. We're among the UK's largest independent care providers, employing thousands of staff in over 80 homes across the country. This role will offer the opportunity to study towards a qualification and allow you to progress internally over time.

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

Multiple other finance positions/AR/Treasury/Credit Control/AP.

Contact

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Reference Code

VAC2000002743

Apply now

Closes in 22 days (Wednesday 24 December 2025)

Application process

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