Assistant Accountant Apprentice
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Company: Acumon
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Location: Leighton Buzzard, LU7 9GY
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,000.00 per year
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Sector: Legal, finance and accounting
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Ref: NAS-2000046185
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Application Deadline Date: 30/08/2026
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Start Date: 14/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: This is a full time position.
Brief Description
An excellent opportunity for an individual looking to start a career in accountancy within a professional accountancy practice. The successful candidate will gain practical experience whilst studying towards the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship (AAT).
Training to be Provided
As part of this role, you will undertake and complete an Assistant Accountant Level 3 qualification with AAT.
At the end of this apprenticeship, you have an AAT Level 2 Booking Foundation Certificate and a Level 3 Diploma in Accounting which are nationally recognised qualifications.
You will have the opportunity to learn in your role and will be provided with time to study. This is a blended learning approach with time given to attend in person training at the Aylesbury Buckinghamshire Adult Learning site.
Future Prospects
This role offers a structured path into the accountancy profession with opportunities to progress to higher-level AAT qualifications and eventually ACA or ACCA training.
Vacancy Detail
- Assist with bookkeeping for a range of business clients.
- Process sales invoices, purchase invoices and bank transactions.
- Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
- Assist with the preparation of VAT returns.
- Support the preparation of year-end accounts and management accounts.
- Liaise with clients to obtain accounting records and information.
- Maintain client files and update practice management systems.
- Undertake general administrative duties to support the Accounts Team.
- Attend apprenticeship training and complete all required coursework.
Other Information
Desirable requirements:
A Levels, BTEC or equivalent qualifications.
Experience using Microsoft Excel.
Interest in accountancy, finance or business.