AAT Accounts Apprentice
CHECK FIRE & SECURITY LTD
UK (BL9 8RE)
Closes in 20 days (Thursday 30 April 2026)
Posted on 10 April 2026
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Summary
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 2 apprenticeship with Check Fire & Security Ltd and Kaplan. You will be dealing gaining valuable workplace experience whilst working towards the qualification.
- Wage
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£16,640 a year
- Training course
- Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 30 June 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 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
Job duties:
- Processing customer invoices.
- Reconciling supplier invoices against purchase orders and raising queries where necessary
- Answering the telephone and sending emails
- Assisting with the management of the accounts inbox
- Assisting customers with any queries they may have
- Basic bookkeeping
- Reconciling credit card transactions
Where you'll work
Unit 21 Pilsworth Way
Bury,
UK
BL9 8RE
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
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Record transactional data.
- Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
- Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
- Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
- Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
- Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
- Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
- Record transactional data.
- Use the organisation’s standard tools and processes to examine data to identify transactional issues such as, reconciliations and inconsistencies between invoices.
- Recognise and rectify routine errors, escalating as necessary.
- Plan and review accounting and finance tasks.
- Communicate with stakeholders to deliver accurate and timely results, avoiding jargon, using language tailored to the audience and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
- Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks.
- Handle data and digital technology in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
Training schedule
Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship Level 2 - AAT
This apprenticeship is a perfect match for someone without any accountancy or bookkeeping knowledge. On this programme they will learn the building blocks of the modern accountant. Not only will they grasp the fundamentals of bookkeeping but we will help them develop those vital skills and behaviours to enable them to put their knowledge into action.
If you’re new to accountancy and finance, looking to change your career into accountancy or have previously worked in an accounts department this level is ideal for you. You don’t need any prior experience working in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. There are no entry requirements, but you do need good maths, IT and English skills, and a willingness to learn.
You’ll learn a broad range of core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing as well as accountancy related business skills and personal skills. You must successfully complete the following:
- Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK)
- Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC)
- Principles of Costing (PCTN)
- Business Environment (BESY)
You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and interview 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/A* - 4/C)
- Maths (grade 9/A* - 4/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
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
Other requirements
20 day holiday allowance + 8 bank holidays. Additional day per year served up to a maximum of 5 years. Bonus scheme. Company pension. Parking available on site. Accessible via public transport.
About this employer
At our company, we are driven by a shared commitment to protecting people, property, and peace of mind. We work with integrity, professionalism, and pride, knowing that the systems we design, install, and maintain play a vital role in keeping communities safe.
After this apprenticeship
Check Fire & Security is a growing company, offering excellent opportunities for career development as the business continues to expand. As we grow, additional roles and progression pathways will become available.
We are also committed to supporting the successful candidate in progressing through their AAT qualifications, including levels 3 and 4.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000025261.
Apply now
Closes in 20 days (Thursday 30 April 2026)
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