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Assistant Accountant Apprentice

TaxAssist Shepperton

LOCATION
📍 Shepperton, TW17 9AW
PAY
💶 £15,600 a year
HOURS
⏰ 38 hours per week hrs/week
DURATION
📅 1 Year
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SECTOR
Legal, finance and accounting

Requirements

Apprenticeship Standard: Assistant accountant (level 3) (Level 3) Desired skills: Attention to detail, Organisation skills, AAT Level 2 qualification, relevant finance experience, Microsoft Excel, written & verbal communication

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About this apprenticeship

The apprentice will support the finance function within the organisation and carry out a range of accounting activities appropriate to an AAT Level 3 Assistant Accountant role.
Typical responsibilities may include:

Assisting in the preparation of financial statements and management accounts
Supporting month end and year end processes
Preparing and posting journals, accruals and prepayments
Assisting with budget preparation and monitoring
Supporting cash flow forecasting
Assisting with VAT returns and tax related processes
Conducting balance sheet reconciliations
Analysing financial data to support decision making
Maintaining accurate financial records in line with internal controls
Using accounting software and financial systems confidently and accurately
Communicating professionally with internal stakeholders and external contacts

Training

As part of this AAT Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship, you will receive comprehensive training and support:

Attend structured off-the-job training delivered by Solveway Apprenticeships.
Complete portfolio evidence linked to your workplace activities.
Benefit from regular progress reviews to track your development.
Be supported by a designated workplace mentor providing day-to-day guidance and feedback.
Work towards the successful completion of your End Point Assessment.
We will provide appropriate workplace tasks that allow you to develop competence in financial reporting, budgeting, tax processes, and professional behaviours in line with the apprenticeship standard.

What you could go on to do

Upon successful completion of your AAT Level 3 qualification, you will have excellent opportunities for career progression, including:

Advancing to the AAT Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician Apprenticeship.
Moving into Senior Assistant Accountant or Finance Officer roles.Exploring specialist pathways such as tax, financial reporting, or management accounting.
Long-term progression towards achieving Chartered Accountant status.

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