Summary Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 3 apprenticeship with Passman Leonard Associates Ltd and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst also working towards the AAT level 3 qualification. Wage £15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age National Minimum Wage Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Tuesday 1 September 2026 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 Completing daily bookkeeping for clients, preparation and finalisation of VAT Returns Preparing sole trader accounts and personal tax returns Helping clients with Making Tax Digital Learning how to communicate with HMRC over the phone in dealing with tax matters on behalf of clients Where you'll work Cricket Field Road, Uxbridge UB8 1QG Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED Training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) 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 Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function. Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results. You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4. To pass this level you will need to study the following four units: Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS). Management Accounting Techniques (MATS). Tax Processes for Business (TPFB). Business Awareness (BUAW). More training information Kaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers. We are one of the UK’s leading training providers for finance and accountancy qualifications and train thousands of accountants each year. We have been educating and training students for over 70 years and have helped thousands of people achieve their career goals. We offer apprenticeships from Level 2 to Level 7 and cover Accountancy & Tax, Banking & Finance and Data & IT. We offer study methods to suit all types of learning, whether you want to be face-to-face, or left alone to study in your own time Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: English (grade 9-4) Maths (grade 9-4) 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 Problem solving skills Number skills Team working About this employer We are a small practice who help small to medium sized and owner managed businesses to complete their daily bookkeeeping, accounts and compliance. We are all on one floor so any problem can be discussed and solved efficiently with the team members at hand. There is no question that cannot be asked. We are friendly and approachable. Company benefits 20 working days holiday plus bank holidays. Pension via auto enrolment. After this apprenticeship Progression towards ACCA. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029439.