Accounts Assistant Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship role is available for those interested in starting a career in accountancy. This position offers hands-on experience and training in bookkeeping, VAT, and accounts preparation while working within a supportive accountancy practice. You will gain valuable skills and knowledge essential for your professional development.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include GCSE in English and Maths.
• Confident communicator with good work ethic and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on bookkeeping, VAT, and accounts preparation projects.
• Assist in day-to-day office functions and administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4-9)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4-9)

Job description

Summary
A Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship role: The role will provide the opportunity for someone who has a genuine interest in accountancy to start their career. It will enable you to develop your accountancy and taxation knowledge and experience working within an accountancy practice.

Wage
£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm (breaks to be confirmed).
37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date
Tuesday 27 May 2025

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

You will largely be working on bookkeeping, VAT and accounts preparation projects but will also assist in some of the day to day functions that are essential to keeping the office running smoothly, including general administrative tasks including:

• Bookkeeping
• VAT
• Accounts preparation projects
• Assist in some of the day to day functions that are essential to keeping the office running smoothly

The role will provide the opportunity for someone who has a genuine interest in accountancy to start their career. It will enable you to develop your accountancy and taxation knowledge and experience working within an accountancy practice.

The role will be varied and you will be provided 'on-the-job' training to support your AAT apprenticeship studies.

Where you'll work

7A HIGH STREET
BARNET
EN5 5UE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

SOLVEWAY LIMITED

Your training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

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What you'll learn
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 - Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard (A level):

• This is to gain a Level 3 AAT qualification. This Apprenticeship role is split 80/20 between working and earning with the employer gaining valuable hands-on skills, and learning & gaining qualifications with Solveway Apprenticeships
• Training is classroom based at our training centre in Hitchin or attending remote learning sessions, one day a week. Further training details will be made available at a later date

Requirements
Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

• English (grade 4-9)
• Maths (grade 4-9)

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
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Other requirements

Confident and professional communicator, particularly on the telephone Good work ethic and understanding of appropriateness in the workplace Ability to plan and manage changing priorities Mature attitude and a self-starter
About this company
Tax Assist Accountants Barnet is a growing accountancy practice dedicated to supporting the success and development of small businesses. The team provides clear, professional, and tailored financial advice designed to help clients achieve their ambitions. With a focus on growth, clarity, and strong client relationships, the Barnet office is part of a well-established national network, offering a supportive and collaborative environment for both clients and team members alike.

https://www.taxassist.co.uk/accountants/barnet (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship

• After successfully achieving the AAT Level 3 qualification, the candidate can go on to complete the Level 4 AAT Apprenticeship training, with a view to further professional qualifications
• There is the opportunity to progress to a more senior level with the firm and a career in accountancy

Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOLVEWAY LIMITED

Catherine

[e-mail]

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000319622.
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Closes in 16 days (Monday 26 May 2025)

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