Introduction

Looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Look no further! Kick-start your career today with a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship with Northumbria University in partnership with Kaplan. Gain valuable hands-on workplace experience while working towards a recognised qualification.

About the Employer

This position sits within the Financial Planning and Reporting team, in Finance and Strategic Planning. The Finance and Strategic Planning team plays a vital role in supporting the University to plan, manage, and optimise its financial resources - ensuring they are used sustainably, responsibly, and in alignment with strategic objectives.

What You'll Do

Northumbria University is looking for a detail-driven and proactive individual to join our Finance and Strategic Planning team as an AAT Apprentice. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic finance environment while earning a nationally recognised qualification.

As an integral part of our finance operations, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial services across the University. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting accurate accounting transactions and monitoring the University's income, expenditure, and balance sheet
Producing and distributing regular financial system reports to support decision-making
Contributing to annual budget preparation, monitoring, and statutory accounts reporting
Delivering exceptional customer service to colleagues and external stakeholders

Training Outcome

The role is initially 18-months fixed term, with the possibility of progressing onto the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Organisation skills
Attention to detail
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - Maths - 9 - 5
Essential - GCSE - English - 9 - 5

Course Information

Course: Assistant accountant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.

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