AAT Finance Apprentice
Ashcourt (Durham & Tees Valley) Limited
UK (DL5 6NB)
Closes in 24 days (Sunday 8 February 2026)
Posted on 13 January 2026
Contents
Summary
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a level 3 with Ashcourt (Durham & Tees Valley) Limited and Kaplan. You will be dealing with invoices, debtors ledger and accounts whilst working towards the AAT level 3 qualification.
- Wage
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£15,000 a year
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 2 March 2026
- 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
Job duties include:
To assist with the day-to-day management of ledgers including inputting purchase ledger transactions, reconciling to statements and requesting details for missing transactions.
- To maintain contact and building relationships with suppliers.
- To maintain an adequate and organised filing system.
- To deal with client queries by phone and email.
- To gain an understanding of the group structure.
- Posting invoices, payments and carrying out bank reconciliations.
- General administration support within the finance function and supporting with ad-hoc projects as and when required.
Where you'll work
Ashcourt, Aycliffe Quarry
Newton Aycliffe
UK
DL5 6NB
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 Businesses.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Basic Maths (grade 9/A* - 4/C)
- Standard English (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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Other requirements
Please note, the salary will increase in April 2026. Benefits include: 28 days including bank holiday. Benefits platform including access to discounts retail. Gym, restaurants etc. 24/7 GP access. Employee assistance programme.
About this employer
Ashcourt Group is a family-run organisation and a leading supplier of construction materials and waste management solutions. We currently have several aggregate outlets, six ready-mix concrete plants, multiple wash plants and other recycling facilities, and have a fleet in excess of 220 HGVs out on the roads daily, servicing our customers across the construction industry.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Opportunities within the business to continue learning and move into an assistant management accountant or purchase ledger clerk position. We are passionate about continuous professional development and would support the individual to complete further apprenticeships/qualifications to develop in their role.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000007799.
Apply now
Closes in 24 days (Sunday 8 February 2026)
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