AAT Finance Assistant Apprenticeship
APS Accountancy Limited
Buckinghamshire (HP20 2PB)
Closes in 15 days (Monday 13 July 2026)
Posted on 26 June 2026
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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 APS Accountancy Limited and Kaplan. 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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£15,600 a year
- Training course
- Assistant accountant (level 3)
- Hours
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08.30 - 17.00
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 3 August 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
- Administration roles, such as answering the phone, greeting clients on arrival.
- Dealing with post in and out.
- Communication with HMRC, registering for taxes.
- Basic bookkeeping, including assigning invoices, reviewing expenses, reconciling accounts and reporting.
- Bank analysis and accounts prep.
- Reconciliations of various accounts.
- Using xero, and quickbooks online primarily.
Where you'll work
4 Cromwell court
Buckinghamshire
HP20 2PB
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)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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 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
- Analytical skills
About this employer
With office in the heart of Aylesbury, our Chartered Certified Practice is recognised by ACCA as a platinum approved employer. We are offering a competitive salary and a great study support package. The office environment is contemporary, friendly and you will be exposed to an exciting variety of clients.
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).
We can offer a structured career path for those with ambition and the determination to develop a career in the profession.After you have completed AAT full study support to gain a globally recognised qualification with the ACCA.
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 VAC2000039360.
Apply now
Closes in 15 days (Monday 13 July 2026)
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