L3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (Aat)

David Allen; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Great salary and package

Career progression opportunities

Free financial advice

Job summary

David Allen Accountants is seeking an Accounts Assistant Apprentice to join #TeamDA and undertake the L3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (AAT). You will gain hands-on experience in preparing year-end statements, maintaining records and supporting the finance team.

The role combines on‑the‑job training with college study to build core accounting skills. You will learn VAT returns, accounts drafting, and tax computations in a supportive environment, with opportunities to develop proficiency in

Qualifications

• Enrolment in L3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (AAT) with the firm.
• Willingness to learn fundamental accountancy skills in workplace and college environment.
• Good organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end financial statements for a variety of clients.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support day-to-day financial tasks within the Accounts Team.
• Learn and apply accounting software and Excel in daily tasks.

Education

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

• Join #TeamDA as an Accounts Assistant Apprentice (AAT)

At David Allen Accountants, we are incredibly passionate about people, and are committed to helping our staff progress in their career journey. As such, we are currently looking for candidates to undertake a L3 Assistant Account Apprenticeship with the firm. This is an excellent opportunity for any budding accountant to take the first step of their career journey, learning fundamental accountancy skills in a workplace as well as college environment.

Aims and purpose of the job

You will gain practical experience working within the Accounts Team, where you will prepare year-end financial statements for a variety of clients. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting your team with day-to-day financial tasks. This role will allow you to build a strong foundation in accounting, develop key organisational and communication skills, whilst your apprenticeship will underpin your practical skills with the core knowledge of accountancy.

About The Apprenticeship

As part of the L3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (AAT), you will learn the fundamentals of accounts and VAT return preparation, gradually progressing to drafting accounts, tax computations, and VAT returns. Your technical knowledge will come from on‑job training, in-house development sessions, and studying for the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting qualification. You’ll become proficient in accounting software, Excel, and Outlook, while you.

About David Allen

Established in 1997 and with a team of over 150 dedicated professionals working from our offices based in Carlisle, Dalston, Dumfries, Penrith and Workington. We provide our clients in Cumbria, South West Scotland and further afield, with a full business support package to ensure they can develop and succeed. Our services include specialisms in Accountancy, Tax, Financial Services, Agriculture, IT solutions, Debt Recovery, Payroll, Wills and Probate.

From the very beginning, David Allen have been committed to great client care – blending the traditional values of business with the enthusiastic hands on attitude of a modern team of professionals.

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In return for dedication and hard work we offer the following company benefits

• Working for #TeamDA also brings with it lots of perks, from flexible working to help you manage your other priorities, to free financial advice and a great salary and package, as well as lots of opportunities to grow, develop and progress.

Great vision without great people is irrelevant, and our people really are the best. The best at what they do and the best at how they do it. And the great thing is, they keep striving to be even better! Our people, their skills and ambitions are as important to us as are our clients. We can’t deliver a great service without great people after all.

It is hoped to hold first interviews between 11-19 March 2026. After first interview, successful candidates will be invited to attend a second interview on either 25 or 26 March 2026.

Accounts Assistant AAT Apprentice - Personal Specification

Accounts Assistant AAT Apprentice - Job Description

Find out more about our apprenticeship programme

Discover more about our career opportunities by joining us at our Apprenticeship Careers Evening at our head office in Dalston on Wednesday 25 February 2026.