Assistant Accountancy Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Rowley Regis; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One on one learning

Professional training (AAT)

Company pension (if applicable)

Relaxed environment

Job summary

We are offering an apprenticeship for an Assistant Accountant Level 3 in Rowley Regis, with 30 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 9:30-16:00). Start date 1 September 2026, duration 1 year 3 months, 57 High Street, Rowley Regis, B65 0EH.

You will train on the job with hands-on experience, data entry for accounts and VATs, and study toward AAT qualifications through HALESOWEN COLLEGE.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications: English (grade C/4) and Maths (grade C/4).
• You will study towards AAT qualification and attend college one day per week.

Responsibilities

• Data input to prepare accounts and VATs for various clients, overseen by senior staff.
• Organise incoming books, maintain up-to-date files, and answer phones/door.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and present financial information clearly.

Skills

Data entry

Organising files

Telephone answering

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Customer care

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

English (grade C/4)

Maths (grade C/4)

Job description

Summary

Working with us, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in communication, administration, and bookkeeping in a professional and courteous manner. We are a small team and therefore you are guaranteed one-on-one learning to support you throughout the process.

Wage

£12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday - Friday, between 9:30 - 16:00.

30 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

1 year 3 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

With support and guidance, you will be expected to data input in the appropriate software to prepare accounts and VATs for a variety of different businesses, which is monitored by senior staff.

You will be responsible for organising incoming books, maintaining up-to-date files and answering the telephone/door.

Where you’ll work

57 HIGH STREET

ROWLEY REGIS

B65 0EH

Training

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

Training provider

HALESOWEN COLLEGE

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you’ll learn

• Assist with the investigation of, 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 upscale 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 a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.


• Assist with the investigation of, 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 upscale 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 a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.


• Assist with the investigation of, 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 upscale 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 a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

Training schedule

Assistant Accountant Level 3 Standard which includes a AAT Diploma in Accounting.

You will be expected to attend college 1 day per week to work towards your AAT qualification. In addition, you will be allocated with an assessor who will visit you within the workplace once every 6-8 weeks.

Requirements
Essential qualifications

• English (grade C/4)


• Maths (grade C/4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted 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


• Initiative

Other requirements

• Excellent communication skills with clients and staff


• Organisational/time management skills


• Ability to work within a team


• Works well under pressure

About this employer

We are a friendly family run business with over 25 years' experience within the accountancy industry. We are keen to offer individuals the chance to gain and develop their skills in the workplace, and at the same time help to boost their personal growth in confidence and communication skills. As we have already taken on three apprentices in the past, with Halesowen College, you may say... we understand the assignment. Being based on Blackheath high street there are plenty of car parks, bus routes, a train station nearby and shops available.

We have fantastic benefits such as: Company pension scheme (if applicable) Individual professional development One on one learning Relaxed, humorous environment Most importantly... we have a large variety of different flavored tea's

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Support you to become Level 4 AAT qualified then discuss future employment options.

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HALESOWEN COLLEGE

Deborah Maley

[e-mail]

01216027777

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000047167.