Assistant Accountant Apprentice

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Greater London; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider is offering a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship in Greater London that combines work and learning. The successful candidate will assist with year-end accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping using software like QuickBooks and Xero. This role provides a salary of £14,723 annually and includes opportunities for professional growth within the firm. The apprenticeship program ensures hands-on experience with valuable qualifications and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

On job training

Ongoing professional development

Clear career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 6-12 months experience in an accountancy practice or finance role is required.
• Familiarity with accounting software is essential.
• Strong Excel and IT skills are necessary.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of year-end accounts.
• Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records using software.
• Assist with payroll processing.
• Handle client queries professionally.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Analytical skills

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4)

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

Summary: This is a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship role - split 80/20 between working and learning with the employer gaining valuable hands on skills, and learning & gaining qualifications with Solveway Apprenticeships!

Wage: £14,723 a year. (£14,722.50 - £18,000 for the first 12 months, raising to at least the national minimum wage after)

Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, 38 hours a week

Start date: Wednesday 28 January 2026

Duration: 1 year 3 months

Positions available: 1

What you'll do at work

• Assisting with the preparation of year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns and management accounts
• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records using cloud-based accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Sage)
• Assisting with payroll processing and CIS returns
• Reconciling bank accounts and client ledgers
• Preparing simple tax computations under supervision
• Handling client queries in a professional and timely manner
• Supporting senior team members with ad‑hoc projects and compliance tasks.
• Helping ensure deadlines are met and work is completed accurately.

Skills & Experience Required

• 6-12 months experience in an accountancy practice or finance role
• Familiarity with accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage).
• Some knowledge of accounts, VAT returns and working in an accountancy practice.
• Strong Excel and IT skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to organise workload and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Where you'll work

64 SOUTHWARK BRIDGE ROAD, LONDON, SE1 0AS

Training provider

SOLVEWAY LIMITED

Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

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 elevate 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

• Training will be one day a week and we provide flexible options of classroom training in our offices in Hertfordshire, as well as Live online learning options
• We provide full support with a work coach to ensure you have a positive and successful experience on the apprenticeship programme

Essential qualifications

• GCSE in English (grade 4)
• GCSE in Maths (grade 4)

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

6-12 months of experience working in an accountancy practice highly desirable

About this employer

TaxAssist London Bridge provides a wide range of accountancy services including tax returns, annual accounts, payroll, and bookkeeping. Serving businesses across London, TaxAssist Accountants in Southwark leverage extensive experience and expertise. We support a diverse array of businesses, from start‑ups, landlords and sole traders to limited companies in various industries.

Company benefits

On job training and ongoing professional development. After this apprenticeship

• Clear opportunities for career progression within the firm, including going on to study AAT Level 4

Contact for this apprenticeship: SOLVEWAY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000003758.

Apply now: Closes on Tuesday 27 January 2026. Sign in with your GOV.UK One Login to apply. After signing in, you'll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.