An Apprenticeship in accounting will enable you to actively participate in running a business by learning and assisting with its financial activities, such as invoicing, sales ledgers, taxes and payroll. You will initially begin as an assistant accountant and help a business plan and manage their money, so you must always be methodical, efficient, and discreet. You will likely be office-based and working in a finance department as part of a larger organisation or a small accountancy firm. This will expose you to several other businesses and offer good opportunities for career and study progression. You will also be awarded an AAT certificate in accounting. With the offer from London South East Colleges, you will gain the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification alongside the apprenticeship.

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  • What you will study

    Knowledge

    • Financial accounting, adjustment and reporting
    • Management accounting
    • Creating/maintaining financial records
    • Indirect taxation
    • Digital financial and accounting
    • Packages and applications

    Skills

    • Record and analyse financial data
    • Reconcile financial data
    • Communicate financial information
    • Utilise digital skills
    • Apply double-entry bookkeeping and accounting standards

    Behaviours

    • Collaborative and inclusive
    • Ethical and professional
    • Organised with an attention to detail
    • Embracing change
    • Engaging with wider stakeholders
    • Well-being and resilience
    • Professional judgement

    Qualification

    • Professional accounting and taxation technician, Accountancy and taxation professional
    • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting
    • This apprenticeship aligns with AAT for Qualified Bookkeeper
  • Entry Requirements

    GCSE A-D / 9-3, including GCSE English at A-C / 9-4 and GCSE Maths at A*-D / 9-3 or equivalent. Learners must have completed Level 2 Maths and English by the end of their apprenticeship. Individuals requiring additional support must participate in an intensive week long programme or attend weekly sessions.

  • Assessment

    To complete the apprenticeship, apprentices will be expected to complete:

    • A knowledge assessment
    • A professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio
  • Moving Forward
    • Employment
  • Duration

    21 Months

  • Delivery

    Induction One day induction to Apprenticeship programme, meeting with a Skills Coach and Delivery Plan agreed.

    In College One classroom session a week for the duration of Programme.

    Assessment On programme assessments every 6-8 weeks, including progress reviews every 8-10 weeks.

  • Benefits

    Access learning materials 24/7 via Smart Assessor – your online learning environment

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