Assistant Accountant - AAT Level 3 Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A chartered accountancy firm based in Cirencester is seeking an apprentice assistant accountant. This apprenticeship covers bookkeeping, accounts preparation, and offers a Level 3 AAT qualification. Ideal for individuals wanting to develop their accountancy skills in a supportive environment. A driving license is necessary for this position, and competitive pay is offered.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have GCSEs in English and Maths with a grade of 4/C or above.
• Accountancy Level 2 is essential for this apprenticeship.
• Driving capability is necessary due to the job location.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping and accounts preparation using accounting software.
• Manage office administration tasks and prioritize workload.
• Record and analyze financial data, applying double entry bookkeeping.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4/C or above)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4/C or above)

Accountancy Level 2

Job description

Assistant Accountant - AAT Level 3 Apprentice

Summary
MCA Shepherd Smail is a small chartered accountancy company based in central Cirencester. We are looking to recruit an apprentice assistant accountant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to develop their career in accountancy, gain a Level 3 AAT qualification and valuable work experience.

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

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Wage is dependent upon experience, although minimum wage for an apprentice under 19 and/or in their first year is £7.55

Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday- Friday 9am-5pm 1/2 hour lunch break.
37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date
Monday 15 September 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 receive full training in all areas to enable you to undertake the key responsibilities and duties, including:

• Bookkeeping
• Accounts preparation using accounting software
• Office administration
• Time management and prioritising urgent work load

Where you'll work

Unit 5 Priory Court
Priory Estate
Poulton Cirencester
GL7 5JB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

NEW COLLEGE SWINDON

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.

Training schedule

• Assistant Accountant AAT Level 3 qualification
• Complete exams for the AAT Level 3 qualification
• Training on the job and via taught sessions at New College Swindon

Requirements
Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4/C or above)
• Maths (grade 4/C or above)

Other in:

Accountancy (grade Level 2)

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
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Other requirements

Need to be able to drive, as location is Poulton.
About this employer
MCA Shepherd Smail is a small-chartered accountancy company based in central Cirencester

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

Opportunity to apply for higher level apprenticeships/vacancies if available upon completion of apprenticeship. For example AAT Level 4 Apprenticeship.

Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NEW COLLEGE SWINDON

Kirsty Quittelier

[e-mail]

07564576155

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000335723.
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Closes in 18 days (Tuesday 26 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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