AAT Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Kickstart your career today with a Level 3 AAT apprenticeship with Centriforce and Kaplan. You will be dealing with accounts and communication with clients whilst working towards the AAT Level 3 qualification.

What you'll do

The apprentice will support the finance team with day-to-day activities while building their knowledge and skills, areas of work include:

• Financial accounting
• Management accounting
• Accounts payable, treasury and banking
• VAT and finance compliance
• Finance administration & data management and reporting

Training

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.

To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:

• Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS)
• Management Accounting Techniques (MATS)
• Tax Processes for Business (TPFB)
• Business Awareness (BUAW)

After the apprenticeship

There is scope for further learning and development and promotion opportunities within the business.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, Maths & English (grade 5 and above )
• Essential: A Level, Accountancy (grade 4 and above)

About the employer

At Centriforce, we believe an apprenticeship should provide more than just a qualification; it should be the start of a rewarding and long-term career. As a well-established and successful SME with ambitious growth plans, we offer apprentices the opportunity to learn within a supportive business that combines commercial success with a genuine family feel. Our culture is built around our core values of Teamwork, Ambition, Customer Focus, Honesty and Integrity, and Accountability, which guide everything we do. We are committed to looking after our employees, investing in their development, and providing a safe, inclusive, and positive working environment where people are encouraged to learn, contribute and grow. Apprentices work alongside experienced colleagues, gain real responsibility, and play a meaningful role in helping us deliver quality products and excellent service to our customers.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Assistant accountant (level 3), Legal, finance and accounting
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 39 hours a week. Working week: Full-time office based, exact shifts TBC
• Start date: 1 January 2027
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,224 a year