AAT Accounts Apprenticeship
Franks Accountants Limited
UK (LS22 7RD)
Closes in 20 days (Friday 15 August 2025)
Posted on 23 July 2025
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Summary
Ready to launch a successful career in accountancy? Join Franks Accountants Ltd to kick start your journey with a Level 3 AAT qualification alongside Kaplan. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience and build a solid foundation for a rewarding and long-term future in finance.
- Wage
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£16,000 a year
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Paying between £16000 - £18000 per year
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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37.5 hours per week. Monday to Thursday, 09:00 - 17:00, with half an hour lunch. Friday, 09:00 - 17:00, 1 hour lunch.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 8 September 2025
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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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
We’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic AAT Level 3 Apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their accounting career, offering real experience in a busy firm alongside full support for your AAT studies.
- Assisting with bookkeeping using cloud-based software (e.g. Xero)
- Supporting the preparation of VAT returns
- Helping with payroll processing and basic admin tasks
- Maintaining accurate client records and data entry
- Assisting with year-end accounts and management accounts prep
- Providing general office and client support as required
Where you'll work
First Floor, Equinox 1 Audby Lane
Wetherby
Leeds
UK
LS22 7RD
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)
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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
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)
You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and discussion with supporting portfolio.
Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate time to off the job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 9-5)
- Maths (grade 9-5)
A Level or equivalent in:
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
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Other requirements
Salary between £16,000 to £18,000. 09:00 - 17:00, Monday to Thursday, with half an hour lunch. Friday, 09:00-17:00, 1 hour lunch. Free onsite parking, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), company nest pension and private medical.
About this employer
Franks Accountants is a modern, growing firm based in Wetherby, dedicated to supporting small businesses — and the people behind them. As a trainee or apprentice here, you're not just a number. You’re part of a friendly, hands-on team that’s passionate about helping you grow.We offer real responsibility from day one, ongoing training, and a supportive environment where you can build your skills and confidence.
After this apprenticeship
What we offer:
- Full support and funding for AAT Level 3 (and progression through Level 4 for the right candidate)
- A clear development path toward becoming a Cloud Accountant, working directly with clients, preparing full accounts, tax returns, and offering business support
- Hands-on experience with the latest accounting software, including Xero and other cloud tools
- A supportive, small-practice environment where you're more than just a number — you'll be given real responsibility and the chance to grow
- Long-term career prospects, including opportunities for professional qualifications (e.g. ACCA) and progression within the firm
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333290.
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Closes in 20 days (Friday 15 August 2025)
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