AAT Accounts Trainee Apprentice (Apprenticeship)
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £10.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, SE1 2JE |
| Company: | GetMyFirstJob Ltd |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | 277069 |
Summary
As an Accountancy Apprentice, you will work closely with experienced accountants and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting and finance tasks. Your duties will include:
Assisting with day-to-day bookkeeping for clients using accounting software such as Xero and Sage.
Recording and reconciling bank transactions, expenses, and receipts.
Supporting the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Assisting with VAT return preparation and submissions (training provided).
Helping maintain accurate accounting records and client files.
Processing invoices, payments, and supplier reconciliations.
Supporting payroll preparation and basic payroll administration.
Communicating with clients to request information and resolve queries.
Learning and following internal processes and compliance procedures.
Supporting senior team members with ad-hoc finance and admin tasks.
As the apprenticeship progresses, responsibilities will increase in line with training and experience.
Training
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.
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).
You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and discussion with supporting portfolio.
Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate time to off the job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship.
Qualifications required
GCSE's grades 9/A* - 4/C including Maths and English.
Skills required
Basic numeracy skills and confidence working with figures.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Comfortable using computers and basic software (e.g. email, spreadsheets).
Willingness to learn accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or similar.
Ability to follow processes accurately and maintain confidentiality.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Full training will be provided as part of the apprenticeship.
Prospects
This role offers strong long-term career progression for the right candidate. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be the opportunity to move into a permanent role within the firm.
As experience and qualifications develop, progression may include:
Advancement to a Junior / Assistant Accountant position
Continued study towards higher-level qualifications (e.g. AAT Level 3 & 4, with potential progression to ACA or ACCA)
Increased responsibility across bookkeeping, accounts preparation, tax, and advisory work
Long-term career development within a growing accountancy practice
Liberty Financial is a growing firm, and we aim to develop apprentices into fully qualified accountants as the business expands.
Qualification / Standard : ST0002 Assistant accountant
Duration 18 months
Assisting with day-to-day bookkeeping for clients using accounting software such as Xero and Sage.
Recording and reconciling bank transactions, expenses, and receipts.
Supporting the preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
Assisting with VAT return preparation and submissions (training provided).
Helping maintain accurate accounting records and client files.
Processing invoices, payments, and supplier reconciliations.
Supporting payroll preparation and basic payroll administration.
Communicating with clients to request information and resolve queries.
Learning and following internal processes and compliance procedures.
Supporting senior team members with ad-hoc finance and admin tasks.
As the apprenticeship progresses, responsibilities will increase in line with training and experience.
Training
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.
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).
You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and discussion with supporting portfolio.
Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking and you must dedicate time to off the job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship.
Qualifications required
GCSE's grades 9/A* - 4/C including Maths and English.
Skills required
Basic numeracy skills and confidence working with figures.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Comfortable using computers and basic software (e.g. email, spreadsheets).
Willingness to learn accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or similar.
Ability to follow processes accurately and maintain confidentiality.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Full training will be provided as part of the apprenticeship.
Prospects
This role offers strong long-term career progression for the right candidate. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be the opportunity to move into a permanent role within the firm.
As experience and qualifications develop, progression may include:
Advancement to a Junior / Assistant Accountant position
Continued study towards higher-level qualifications (e.g. AAT Level 3 & 4, with potential progression to ACA or ACCA)
Increased responsibility across bookkeeping, accounts preparation, tax, and advisory work
Long-term career development within a growing accountancy practice
Liberty Financial is a growing firm, and we aim to develop apprentices into fully qualified accountants as the business expands.
Qualification / Standard : ST0002 Assistant accountant
Duration 18 months