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The Assistant Accountant Level 3 apprenticeship is suitable for employers across all sectors and industries, from small organisations to large global corporations and government bodies. The role of an assistant accountant supports both internal and external customers with the administration of their financial and accounting activities. Assistant accountants can work within accounting practices or in the finance function of an organisation, assisting with day-to-day financial operations, including data entry, preparing management accounts, and supporting year-end financial statements. They may also be involved in regulatory financial requirements, such as completing VAT returns or helping with tax computations.

In their daily tasks, assistant accountants interact with a wide range of stakeholders, including line managers, team members, and clients, to ensure accurate and timely financial services. They may also liaise with software departments or external providers hosting accounting systems. The role requires an ability to manage a personal caseload and time effectively, with regular reporting to a senior accountant, making this apprenticeship an excellent opportunity to develop skilled professionals within your finance team.

 

Key Facts

Duration

16 Months

Funding Band

£12,000

Delivery Location

North West

Qualification

On successful completion, apprentices will achieve an Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship details

The Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship equips apprentices with the advanced skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to progress in finance and accounting roles. This apprenticeship is designed to build on foundational accounting skills, preparing individuals to take on more complex financial responsibilities and contribute effectively to an organisation’s financial operations.

What it covers:

The apprenticeship covers a range of knowledge, skills, and behaviours that can be applied in the workplace and is supported by elements of a full AAT qualification, including:

  • Business Awareness
  • Financial Accounting
  • Preparing Financial Statements
  • Management Accounting Techniques
  • Tax Processes for Business

Apprentices will complete a knowledge component exam, answering 40 questions, and participate in an independent professional discussion, underpinned by a portfolio of evidence that reflects the knowledge, skills, and behaviours relevant to their job role.

Delivery

A Skills Development Tutor will be allocated to the apprentice and will deliver learning and assessment sessions with them on a regular basis, liaising with their work-based mentor to monitor progress.

Entry requirements

Ideally, applicants should hold a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or equivalent.

Additionally, they must be employed in a finance or accountancy role.

Progression

Upon completing the Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship, there are several potential progression routes. Apprentices can pursue further qualifications such as a Level 4 apprenticeship or they can move into more senior roles within finance, such as a management accountant, financial accountant, or finance analyst.

This apprenticeship also provides a solid foundation for those looking to progress to chartered accountant status through qualifications like ACCA or CIMA. Additionally, apprentices can specialise in areas such as tax, audit, or financial planning, enhancing their career prospects in the accounting profession

 

 

 

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