AAT Finance Assistant Apprenticeship
British Board of Film Classification
London (W1D 3HD)
Closes in 18 days (Monday 22 June 2026)
Posted on 2 June 2026
Contents
Summary
Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Kickstart your career today with a level 3 AAT apprenticeship with British Board of Film Classification and Kaplan. The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation and the authority on age ratings for films and digital content. Our mission is to empower audiences, especially parents, to make informed decisions about what their families watch. We are at the forefront of regulatory policy, advocating for the protection of children in an evolving digital landscape. You will be dealing with accounts payable and receivable, bank transactions and communicating with customers whilst working towards the AAT Level 3 qualification.
- Wage
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£30,000 a year
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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This is a hybrid role with a minimum of two days per week in the office.
35 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 13 July 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
Core Financial Processing
- Accounts Payable: Processing supplier invoices accurately, checking records, and preparing weekly payment runs
- Accounts Receivable: Raising and processing sales invoices and ensuring system data is kept up to date
- Bank Reconciliations: Checking and reconciling daily bank transactions against our accounting records to ensure complete accuracy
- Credit Control: Monitoring aging debts, chasing outstanding customer payments professionally via phone and email, and managing credit control queries
- Payroll preparation and processing: Ensuring that payroll is processed accurately and on a timely basis
Systems & Administration
- Working with spreadsheets and maintaining the sales and purchase ledgers on our accounting system (Xero / google sheets)
- Handling day-to-day queries from customers and suppliers in a timely, professional manner
- Managing central finance emails and incoming and outgoing department post
- Growth Opportunities (as training progresses)
- Learning to compile and complete accurate VAT returns
- Providing occasional administrative support to the broader team
- Any other duties as required by the Finance Manager and CFO
This is a hybrid role with a minimum of two days per week in the office.
Where you'll work
3 Soho Square
London
W1D 3HD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
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 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)
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE 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
- Number skills
About this employer
The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation and the UK's authority on age ratings for films and digital content. Our mission is to empower audiences, especially parents, to make informed decisions about what their families watch. We are at the forefront of regulatory policy, advocating for the protection of children in an evolving digital landscape.
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
- A permanent role with the scope to take on more as training progresses
- Potential further apprenticeship opportunities (level 4)
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
Eliece Goodswen
eliece.goodswen@kaplan.co.uk
0161 259 7400
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034207.
Apply now
Closes in 18 days (Monday 22 June 2026)
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