Summary
Fantastic position! An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a training firm of accountants in practice. The role is for an inexperienced individual and they would study the AAT examinations along with on-the-job training.
Wage
£15,561 a year
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£299.25 (£8.55 an hour, 35 hour per week)
Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours Monday - Friday. Variable working times available. 35 hours a week. 15 min break 11:00. 30 min lunch. 13:00 15 min break 15:15
35 hours a week
Start date
Tuesday 2 September 2025
Duration
1 year 4 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
* Assisting with financial and management accounts preparation for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies
* Assisting with managing client expectations and deadlines
* Assisting with the preparation of personal and business tax returns
* Carrying out bookkeeping activities, including journal postings and ledger reconciliations
* Processing client records accurately using Xero, QuickBooks and other accountancy software
* Preparation of VAT returns and management accounts.
* Assisting with general administrative duties such as opening post, filing and scanning
Full training will be given in order to complete the above duties to the best of your ability. Boom Training and Crowfoot & Co Accountants will provide guidance and support to help complete apprenticeship coursework.
Where you'll work
LONSDALE HOUSE
HIGH STREET
LUTTERWORTH
LE17 4AD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BOOM TRAINING LIMITED
Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
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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
AAT Level 3 Assistant Accountant, which includes:
* You'll have four Level 3 AAT exams, including advanced bookkeeping, final accounts preparation, and more
* Modules covering Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours in Finance
* You'll have a personal tutor to guide you through your training
* You will attend 1:1 sessions with your tutor every 2/3 weeks
* End Point Assessment (online)
* Occasional group classes with other learners
* Access to MyAAT for learning material
* AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
www.boomtrainingltd.co.uk/courses
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
Other in:
Accounting (grade Level 2)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* IT skills
* Number skills
* Punctual
* Enthusiastic
About this employer
Accountancy firm, Prepare Accounts, Self-assessment, VAT, Corporation Tax, Payroll, Bookkeeping Advisory.
http://www.crowfootaccountants.com/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
£19K - £20K depending on capabilities.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BOOM TRAINING LIMITED
Amy Gould
amy.gould@boom-training.com
02380004210
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333384.
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Closes on Monday 1 September 2025
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