AAT Finance Apprentice (Apprenticeship)

GetMyFirstJob Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider in the UK is offering an accounting apprenticeship suitable for those with no prior knowledge in bookkeeping. This program will teach foundational skills in accounting while providing practical experience in financial record maintenance, invoice processing, and compliance. Ideal for those motivated to learn and develop their career in finance, with essential skills in Maths and IT required.

Qualifications

• Good maths, IT and English skills are necessary.
• Willingness to learn about accountancy and bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Process and issue sales invoices accurately.
• Assist with processing invoices, reconcile statements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and provide administrative support.
• Participate in audits and support ad hoc finance projects.

Skills

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks

Willingness to learn

High attention to detail

Good IT skills, particularly Excel

Education

Minimum of 4/C including Maths and English

Job description

Responsibilities

Process and issue sales invoices accurately. Assist with processing invoices, reconcile statements, expense claims, and purchase orders. Process credit card receipts in line with the expense policy. Help maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. Provide administrative support to the finance team. Help ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures. Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and reconciliations. Assist with bank reconciliations. Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers as required via telephone and email management. Participate in audits and support ad hoc finance projects. You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and interview with supporting portfolio. Training will be provided by attending either face‑to‑face classroom based lessons or live online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate time to off‑the‑job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship.

About the Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship is a perfect match for someone without any accountancy or bookkeeping knowledge. On this programme they will learn the building blocks of the modern accountant. Not only will they grasp the fundamentals of bookkeeping but we will help them develop those vital skills and behaviours to enable them to put their knowledge into action. If you're new to accountancy and finance, looking to change your career into accountancy or have previously worked in an accounts department this level is ideal for you. You don't need any prior experience working in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. There are no entry requirements, but you do need good maths, IT and English skills, and a willingness to learn. You'll learn a broad range of core accounting skills, including double‑entry bookkeeping and basic costing as well as accountancy related business skills and personal skills. You must successfully complete the following: Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK), Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC), 5 GCSE's graded 9/A.

Qualifications & Skills

• 4/C including Maths and English.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage time and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good IT skills, particularly Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.