AAT Technical Accountant Apprentice

Munich Re UK Services

London (EC3M 5BN )

Closes in 17 days (Friday 10 July 2026)

Posted on 22 June 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 3 with Munich Re UK Services and Kaplan. You will be dealing with reports, accounts and audits whilst working towards the AAT level 3 qualification.

Wage

£26,936 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

n/a

Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
35 hours per week. Days and shifts TBC.

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 3 August 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

Job duties include:
To be responsible for all technical accounting issues within the branch, for assigned portfolios of clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintaining appropriate accounting arrangements
  • Monitoring the quality and appropriateness of the client accounts
  • Processing of client accounts
  • Collection of premiums
  • Developing methods to enhance the smooth running of the financial relationship with the client
  • Administering relevant client accounts, technical posting, client cash balance, accounts quality control and data collection
  • Assisting in the overall management of the portfolio including profit analysis and portfolio ‘audits’
  • Assisting in managing the accounting relationship with clients including managing clients’ expectations and meeting deadlines / service standards as required. This will include an element of direct client contact
  • Working closely with other technical areas such as underwriting and claims to ensure an effective overall client relationship

Where you'll work

1 Fen Court
London
EC3M 5BN

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

Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3.

Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level. You’ll learn complex accounting techniques and master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants. 

This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. 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’ll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory. Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you’ll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all of the other units you’ve studied at this level.

The area you will cover include:

  • Advanced Bookkeeping
  • Final Accounts Preparation
  • Management Accounting: Costing
  • Indirect Tax
  • Advanced Synoptic Assessment

The apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be a successful Assistant Accountant, this includes, Business Awareness, Ethics, Communication, Embracing Change and Problem Solving. Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take End Point Assessment.

The Knowledge areas of the standard will typically be covered through completion of the AAT qualification. Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 9/A* - 5/C)
  • Maths (grade 9/A* - 5/C)
  • Relevant A Levels (grade A-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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working

About this employer

With the office in Munich, it forms the Life 1 division of Munich Re. The UK life market is one of the, if not the, most competitive life markets in the world. We understand that Life insurers work in a dynamic market where medical progress, demographic trends and changing lifestyles are constantly giving rise to new risk landscapes. This demanding situation is made even more challenging by changing laws and regulations and ever tougher competition. So, we need a smart strategy and structure in order to succeed. At UK & Ireland Life we have three pillars to our business strategy, protection, longevity and reinsurance structuring. All three are key to the success of our business so it’s important to look at the big picture. In terms of clients, we trust them as experts of their business and provide them with the financial strength of the world’s largest reinsurer, global expertise, and sharp pricing so that they are both competitive and profitable.

Company benefits

  • Hybrid Working 
  • Holidays 
  • Pension 
  • Bonuses  

Disability Confident

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

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Great amount of exposure for the employee with networking opportunities and development. This will put them in good stead once they have completed their level 3 to become a more experienced professional.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

Kaplan

kaplan.recruitment@kaplan.co.uk

0161 259 7400

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000038169.

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Closes in 17 days (Friday 10 July 2026)

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