Level 3 AAT accounting apprentice

MILLWARD, MAY & CO

Wokingham (RG40 1XP)

Closes on Tuesday 28 July 2026

Posted on 24 March 2026

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Summary

Exciting opportunity for an Accountancy Apprenticeship in Wokingham!

Join our dynamic and supportive team in our Wokingham office. As part of our team, you'll work alongside colleagues at various stages of their accountancy careers.

Demonstrate your dedication and skills, and you'll have the chance to advance within our team.

Wage

£18,000 a year

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Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday - Hours/Week: 37.5 (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

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented apprentice to join our team.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • General Bookkeeping: Utilise top software packages like Xero, QuickBooks, and FreeAgent to manage sales, expenses, and bank reconciliations for our clients
  • VAT Returns: Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time
  • Payroll Processing: Prepare and submit payroll for our diverse client base
  • Company Filings: Manage the preparation and submission of confirmation statements for our Limited Company clients
  • Tax Returns: Prepare self-assessment tax returns including a range of income sources
  • Limited Accounts: Assist in the preparation of basic company accounts and corporation tax returns
  • Client Interaction: Answer client queries via phone and email, providing excellent customer service
  • HMRC Communication: Liaise with HMRC to resolve any issues effectively
  • Administrative Support: Help with client onboarding, answering phones, and handling mail

Where you'll work

55A Peach Street
Wokingham
RG40 1XP

Training

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

Training provider

FIRST INTUITION SOUTH 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

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

More training information

  • Level 3 AAT at First Intuition, Reading
  • Training on the job as required

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 6)
  • Maths (grade 6)

A Level in:

  • Other (grade C)
  • Other (grade C)
  • Other (grade C)

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
  • Number skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

We are a dynamic accountancy firm located in Wokingham, dedicated to supporting a diverse range of businesses, including start-ups and limited companies. Our comprehensive services include annual accounts, tax returns, payroll, VAT, and bookkeeping. Our aim is to provide 100% customer satisfaction.

Our culture is very important and we feel it sets us apart from other firms. All of the below are critical for our team members to possess:

·       Work Ethic & Accountability: We expect dedication, hard work, and responsibility in all tasks.

·       Work Quality: We strive for excellence in every aspect of our work.

·       Team Player: We foster a collaborative environment where teamwork is essential.

·       Client Relationships: We prioritise building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with our clients.

·       Continuous Learning & Self-Improvement: We encourage ongoing education and personal development.

·       Business Development: We seek innovative ways to grow and improve our services.

If you possess these qualities and are looking to be part of a forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.

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Company benefits

Holidays: 20 days + 8 bank holidays.

After this apprenticeship

Upon completing Level 3 AAT, we will consider advancing the candidate to Level 4 AAT, and potentially towards ACA, depending on their performance and alignment with the business’s needs at each stage.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

FIRST INTUITION SOUTH LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000022712.

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Closes on Tuesday 28 July 2026