Who is this assistant accountant apprenticeship suitable for?
Did you know, you don’t have to go to university to become a fully qualified Accountant? An assistant accountancy apprenticeship allows you to get a head start on your career, straight from school.
Accountants are always in demand, so you’ll be sure of a lifelong career in an incredibly important role. Once trained, you’ll assist in day-to-day financial activities such as data entry, month-end management accounts or year-end financial statements.
Typical roles that this assistant accountant apprenticeship will support are: Assistant Accountant, Accounts Clerk, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Trainee Accounting Technician, Cashier Finance Assistant and Sales Ledger Clerk
Key apprenticeship information
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This apprenticeship is suitable for: People looking to move into an accountant role -
Level of qualification on completion: Assistant Accountant - Level 3 apprenticeship -
End-point assessment organisation: The Association of Accounting Technicians -
How long will this apprenticeship take to complete: 15 months apprenticeship + 8 weeks End Point Assessment -
Cost: Non-levy employer contribution (5%) - £400
What will you learn on this assistant accountant apprenticeship?
Your assistant accountant apprenticeship will provide you with the technical skills and knowledge needed to improve your performance and add real value on a day-to-day basis. You will focus on understanding accounting fundamentals that include the preparation of final accounts, advanced bookkeeping and indirect and expenditure taxes as well as ethical accounting principles.
You’ll strengthen your ability to work collaboratively and understand how your daily contributions have a direct impact on your distinctive business and overall productivity.
Becoming an Assistant Accountant is a skill for life and can open many job doors to a long and rewarding career. As a qualified Assistant Accountant, you could work in a variety of areas, industries and sectors.
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Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship FAQs
Can You Become An Accountant Through An Apprenticeship?
In short, yes. An apprenticeship is a great way to get into accounting if you don’t want to study in a traditional further educational setting, such as a university.
Is it Better To Do An Apprenticeship or Degree For Accounting?
For a career in accounting, there is no clear path to follow to get started. Neither choice is
“better” than the other, but may be more beneficial to you depending on how you learn best.
If you prefer a more traditional classroom setting, then university will most likely be the palace you will learn best. However, if you prefer getting stuck in, then an apprenticeship will be the better option.
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