Apprentice Assistant Accountant

Introduction

A Level 3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship combines practical workplace experience with structured training to develop the skills needed for a career in finance. Apprentices learn how to process invoices, manage payments, reconcile accounts, prepare financial records, use accounting software, and support budgeting and reporting. 

About the Employer

Expert Fire Solutions is a trusted partner for businesses across the North. We’re fire safety specialists and have been putting our customers first for over 13 years. From fire alarms, extinguishers, emergency lighting, and Passive Fire Protection to fire risk assessment and staff training, we make it simple to protect your business, keep you compliant and meet insurance requirements. We understand your responsibility to protect your staff, business, and assets, and we can support you in ensuring your compliance with legislation.

What You'll Do

What you'll be learning & doing:

• Assisting with financial data entry and basic bookkeeping
• Working with sales and purchase ledgers
• Supporting the team with routine accounting duties
• Learning to use industry-standard accounting software
• Helping with calculations and payment records
• Contributing to maintaining accurate financial records
• Developing client communication skills.
• Supporting various services, including:
• Assistance with Regulatory Financial Requirements
• Assistance with Financial Accounts
• VAT Return Preparation
• Bookkeeping
• Assistance with Preparation of Tax Computations

Training Outcome

• Possibility of permanent employment and/or further training

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Assistant accountant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm

Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months

Training Provider: EAST DURHAM COLLEGE