Accounting Apprenticeship

Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking apprentice to support our team. As workloads fluctuate, we need someone who can work flexibly with us and our clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a busy accountancy practice while studying towards your AAT qualification.

Wage

£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Assistant accountant (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday Shifts to be confirmed

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 3 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

Bookkeeping - Recording financial transactions (sales, purchases, receipts, and payments)- Maintaining accurate ledgers and reconciling bank statements
Assisting with Accounts Preparation- Supporting in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts. Helping with balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and other financial reports
Invoice and Expense Management - Processing supplier invoices and staff expenses. Raising client invoices and tracking payments
VAT Returns and Tax Support - Assisting in preparing VAT returns, Learning about tax codes, payroll taxes, and corporate tax basics
Payroll Support - Helping with payroll processing and reporting, Ensuring accuracy of timesheets and employee records
Administrative Tasks- Filing, data entry, and maintaining financial records. Managing spreadsheets and using accounting software (like Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
Learning and Development - Studying towards AAT Level 3, Attending training sessions, reviewing materials, and shadowing senior accountants
Client Communication (if in a practice)- Responding to client queries with support from supervisors- Assisting with onboarding new clients and gathering documentation

Where you'll work

Morgan House
Gilbert Drive, Wyberton Fen
Boston
PE21 7TQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

BOSTON COLLEGE

Your 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.

Your training plan

We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this apprenticeship through our Online and On Campus model
Apprentices will attend Boston College weekly as well as study online materials during allotted time at work on alternating weeks

Online lessons can be accessed at any time, using a mobile, tablet or desktop - meaning apprentices can fit their study around work commitments, minimising disruption in the workplace.

More training information

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

About this company

Established in 2012, Total Accounting is an accounting firm with offices in Kent and Lincolnshire, specialising in providing personalised financial services to small businesses, sole traders, and SMEs across the UK. Total Accounting emphasizes building strong relationships with clients, focusing on understanding their unique needs and providing tailored solutions. Our approach is centred on making financial management less daunting and more accessible, allowing business owners to focus on their core operations.

Company benefits

• Full mentorship and training from experienced professionals • Opportunities for career growth and development • Flexible working • Company events • Company pension • Health & wellbeing programme • On-site parking

After this apprenticeship

Possible career progression with company

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