AAT Audit & Accounts Assistant Apprentice

  • Company: Thomas Coombs
  • Location: UK, LS15 8ZB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £21,216.00 per year
  • Sector: Legal, finance and accounting
  • Ref: NAS-2000022844
  • Application Deadline Date: 10/04/2026
  • Start Date: 01/09/2026
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

Brief Description

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Start your career today with a Level 3 apprenticeship with Thomas Coombs Ltd and Kaplan. You will be gaining valuable workplace experience whilst also working towards the level 3 AAT qualification.

Training to be Provided


  • Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT 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

Future Prospects


  • Opportunity to study up to ACA/ACCA to qualify as a Chartered Accountant

Vacancy Detail

Audit Responsibilities:

Fieldwork of Audits:



  • Perform audit testing and document findings in accordance with audit programmes

  • Prepare audit working papers and ensure proper documentation of audit evidence

  • Communicate with clients to gather necessary audit information and clarify queries

  • Ensure compliance with auditing standards and firm policies during audit procedures

  • Complete director, manager and assistant manager review points in a timely manner


Accounts Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:



  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements

  • Prepare accounts file with supporting schedules and ensure agreed to financial statements

  • Ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards

  • Ensure accounts are completed within deadlines and budgets

  • Complete director, manager and assistant manager review points in a timely manner


Tax Compliance:



  • Preparation of corporation tax returns

  • Team and Client Support

Other Information

Benefits include: 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (increases up to a maximum of 25 days plus bank holidays). Auto enrolment pension, discretionary bonus scheme, full support for professional qualifications including paid study leave and exam fees. Social events.

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