Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship - Doncaster
JBD Accounting
Network Centre (DN3 3GW)
Closes in 26 days (Tuesday 7 July 2026)
Posted on 3 June 2026
Contents
Summary
JBD Accountants are looking for a new Accounts Assistant Apprentice. You will be studying toward your Assistant Accountant apprenticeship Level 3.
- Wage
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£15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday 9AM - 5PM
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 14 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
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Accountancy Apprentice. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a professional accountancy environment while working towards a recognised accounting qualification.
- Assist with payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
- Carry out bookkeeping duties, including data entry, reconciliations, and maintaining financial records
- Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns
- Learn to assist with the preparation of financial statements and tax returns under supervision
- Use accounting software, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel to produce and maintain financial documentation
- Answer incoming telephone calls and deal with client enquiries in a professional manner
- Welcome and assist visitors to the office
- Provide excellent customer service when communicating with clients and colleagues
- Carry out general office administration duties, including filing, scanning, printing, and document management
- Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of financial information
- Support the wider team with ad hoc duties as required
Where you'll work
Network Centre
DN3 3GW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE 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
Founded in 1974, we've been delivering market-leading learning and talent solutions for over forty years. We’re privileged to help individuals unlock their potential and realise the value of their skills and talents. As one of the UK's largest and longest-established apprenticeship and training providers, we're proud to help organisations and individuals unlock their potential, and make skills really work for them. Upon completion of this 18-month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
in:
- Maths GCSE or Equivalent (grade )
- Maths GCSE / Equivalent (grade )
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Administrative Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- IT Skills
- Number Skills,
Other requirements
The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.
About this employer
At JBD, we deliver first-class service to all clients and ensure that all information is easy-to-understand the first time. A member of our team will always be available to deal with any queries you have. We offer a tailored accounting solution to make sure that all financial and business needs are met. We will spend time with you to understand your finances and produce a thorough and informed action plan to discuss.
After this apprenticeship
There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED
George Marsh
george.marsh@pgon.co.uk
07756 875243
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034739.
Apply now
Closes in 26 days (Tuesday 7 July 2026)
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