This is a varied and practical role offering excellent exposure to all areas of general practice accounting. You’ll work closely with experienced accountants and receive full mentoring and study support to develop your skills and confidence.
Wage
£14,133.60 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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£7.55 ph. – (National Minimum Wage after year 1). Salary could be negotiable depending on experience, qualifications and study method.
Training course Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours Monday to Friday
36 hours a week
Monday 15 September 2025
Duration
1 year 6 months
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
Your day-to-day work may include:
Data entry and bookkeeping
* Bank reconciliations and preparing trial balances
* Preparing VAT returns and assisting with self-assessment tax returns
* Drafting accounts and supporting with financial statements
* Exposure to payroll, company tax, and business advisory tasks
* Using Xero and a range of other cloud-based software
* Using a range of other cloud based applications
* Supporting the wider team with admin tasks, answering calls, and client communication
* Getting involved in process improvement and automation initiatives
This role would suit someone who is:
* Studying or planning to study AAT, or already part-qualified
* Naturally curious, proactive, and eager to learn
* Methodical and detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic
* A confident communicator and friendly team player
* Comfortable using Excel and cloud-based systems (Xero experience is a plus)
* Already has some practical accounting or bookkeeping experience (e.g. through employment, training, or voluntary work)
Where you'll work
123 TORQUAY ROAD
PAIGNTON
TQ3 2SG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
* 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.
L3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship at South Devon College
If successful, you will be enrolled onto an 18-24-month Apprenticeship at South Devon College. You will attend weekly taught lessons at South Devon College which will give you the knowledge and understanding in the world of accounting. Supported by your Apprenticeship Coach, Course Tutor and the team at Torbay Accounting, you will get the chance to hone these skills daily. This role is truly a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to upskill on existing experience.
Requirements
GCSE in:
* Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Other requirements
Basic experience in bookkeeping or self-assessment work, General IT competence and confidence with Excel, AAT Level 2 or above.
About this employer
We’re a small but ambitious accounting practice based by the sea in Paignton. We support a wide range of clients — including individuals, landlords, sole traders, limited companies, and not-for-profits — across South Devon and beyond.We’re proud to be a people-first business, and we care just as much about the success and wellbeing of our team as we do about delivering great results for our clients. We foster a calm, supportive, and collaborative environment where everyone is encouraged to grow at their own pace.We’re early adopters of cloud accounting software and digital systems, and we’re always looking for ways to make things smarter, simpler, and more valuable for the people we serve.As our firm continues to grow, we’re excited to welcome a new Apprentice or Junior Accountant to join our close-knit, forward-thinking team.
A welcoming, flexible and people-focused working environment, Meaningful work with local businesses and entrepreneurs, Clear support for professional study and long-term career growth, Scope to get involved in business improvement
After this apprenticeship
We’ll support your professional development with structured training, direct experience, and plenty of opportunities to learn and grow with us.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship isVAC1000335447.
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Closes tomorrow (Monday 18 August 2025)
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