AAT Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in the UK is offering a Level 3 apprenticeship in Accountancy to build a long-term career. You will handle financial tasks such as invoices and VAT returns while working towards your AAT Level 3 qualification. This role provides an opportunity for rapid progression within a supportive environment and includes benefits such as 25 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible start and finish times

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English are essential.
• A Level or equivalent relevant qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record and process financial transactions accurately.
• Reconcile bank accounts and supplier statements.
• Prepare VAT returns and maintain financial records.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE or equivalent in Basic Maths (grade 9/A* - 4/C) and Standard English (grade 9/A* - 4/C)

A Level or equivalent in Relevant (grade A-C)

Job description

Overview

Summary

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 3 apprenticeship with AWS Accountancy Limited and Kaplan. You will be dealing with invoices, accounts, VAT returns and reports whilst working towards the AAT level 3 qualification.

Wage

£18,200 a year

Hours

35 hours per week – Monday to Friday

Start date

Monday 3 November 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

What you’ll do at work

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

Job duties include:

• Record data to day financial transactions and ensure accuracy of postings.
• Reconcile bank accounts and supplier statements.
• Process invoices, expenses and journals.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Maintain organised financial records and support year-end processes.
• Liaise with Directors, the accounts and payroll team and clients.
• Assist in the preparation of annual accounts and tax computations. General admin duties.

Where you\'ll work

3 Berrymoor Court
Northumberland
UK
NE23 7RZ

Training

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

Training provider

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

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 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.

Training schedule

Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3 Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation 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 you\'ve studied.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in: Basic Maths (grade 9/A* - 4/C), Standard English (grade 9/A* - 4/C)
• A Level or equivalent in: Relevant (grade A-C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

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

Other requirements

Benefits include: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Flexible start and finish times. Auto-enrolment pension scheme. Free on-site parking. Working hours: Monday - Thursday 8.45am-5pm, Friday 8am-4pm.

About this employer

AWS- Attitude, Willingness, Success! AWS is an established accountancy firm who is continuing to grow, with a great reputation for being a friendly and supportive place to work who provide staff with challenging and varied roles. There is strong potential to demonstrate your potential and be awarded with additional responsibility and career progression.

After this apprenticeship

Opportunity for rapid progression within a supportive and professional environment. Study support.

Apply / Contact

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000343989.

Closes in 20 days (Sunday 19 October 2025).

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