Assistant Accountant Apprentice

Wage: £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
Training course: Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday
Start date: Monday 13 April 2026
Duration: 1 year 8 months
Positions available: 1

Summary

The successful applicant will work towards their AAT Level 3 qualification while gaining real life accountancy experience in a variety of industries e.g. music, medical professionals and retail. These clients can be based anywhere in the UK or even abroad in some cases. There will certainly be a lot of experiences to draw from.

Wage £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Pay may be negotiated and may increase after probation period has been successfully completed. Training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5.30pm (Could be flexible possibly with 4 days per week i.e. 30 hours) 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Monday 13 April 2026 Duration 1 year 8 months Positions available 1

What you'll do at work

Prepare source documents for computer entry by compiling, sorting and organising documents, resolving questionable data, setting daily priorities Maintain accounts systems for multiple companies by inputting sales and purchase ledgers Prevent erroneous entries by inputting voids and cancellations Update records by entering adjustments Complete bank reconciliation and prepare VAT returns Prepare management accounting information Prepare payroll General office duties, including but not limited to answering phone calls, emails, dealing with visitors

Where you'll work

York Eco Business Centre Amy Johnson Way Clifton MoorYorkYO30 4AG

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

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

You will be training towards the

Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard & AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting including modules such as Tax Processes for Businesses Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements Management Accounting Techniques Business Awareness Functional Skills in maths and English, if required

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4/C)Maths (grade 4/C)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

3 Other subjects (grade 4/C)

A Level in:

3 Subjects (grade E)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatienceIndependenceMS Office KnowledgeConfidentiality

About this employer

Atrium Accounts are based in York who offer a full range of accounting, tax and business services to small and medium sized businesses across the UK. Our clients range from small sole traders who need help with their year-end accounts, tax compliance and business strategy, to larger companies that have outsourced their entire finance function to Atrium who provide full time support.

https://atriumaccounts.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

The next steps for the successful apprentice would be to complete the level 4 and then level 7 apprenticeship Atrium Accounts will no doubt support the right candidate with their learning journey