Thomas Coombs
Wage: £21,216 a year
Training course: Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.
Start date: Tuesday 1 September 2026
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 2
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.
Wage £21,216 a year Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Assistant accountant (level 3) Hours Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed. 37 hours 30 minutes a week Start date Tuesday 1 September 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 2
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
3365 The PentagonCentury Way, Thorpe ParkLeedsUKLS15 8ZB
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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.
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
GCSE or equivalent in:
Basic Maths (grade 9/A* - 4/C)Standard English (grade 9/A* - 4/C)
A Level or equivalent in:
Any (grade A-B)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalInitiative
We are an independent firm of auditors and accounts offering a full range of services to our clients who are mainly family run owner managed businesses. We offer a personal service which will last throughout the business life and beyond. We operate from a modern air conditioned office in The Springs near Garforth on the outskirts of Leeds.
Opportunity to study up to ACA/ACCA to qualify as a Chartered Accountant
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