AAT Finance Assistant Apprentice
Dehns · Brighton
Working under supervision, the apprentice will assist with financial data processing, reconciliation activities, ledger management, bookkeeping tasks and stakeholder communications. They will gain experience in using financial systems and ensuring financial records are accurate, secure and compliant with organisational requirements
Job Specification:
Accurately input financial and accounting data into finance systems and software.
Process financial information from source documents, including invoices, expense claims and receipts.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data is complete and up to date.
Assist with basic bookkeeping activities and routine accounting transactions
Reconcile financial transactions including bank statements, invoices and purchase orders.
Review financial data to identify discrepancies, inaccuracies or missing information.
Correct routine errors and escalate more complex issues to senior team members where appropriate.
Perform calculations and checks to ensure payments, transactions and records are accurate.
Communicate professionally with internal colleagues and external contacts.
Respond to routine finance queries via email and other communication channels.
Build positive working relationships with colleagues across the business to support effective financial processes.
Use finance software and digital accounting systems safely, accurately and securely.
Follow company policies, procedures and financial controls.
Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and personal information.
Understand how the firm’s activities impact financial processes and reporting.
Perks & benefits
Skills required
Good numerical and analytical skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organisation and time management skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Professional and positive approach to work.
Qualifications required
GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English
Commitment to completing a Level 2 Finance Apprenticeship
Training you'll get
This apprenticeship is a perfect match for someone without any accountancy or bookkeeping knowledge. On this programme they will learn the building blocks of the modern accountant. Not only will they grasp the fundamentals of bookkeeping, but we will help them develop those vital skills and behaviours to enable them to put their knowledge into action.
If you’re new to accountancy and finance, looking to change your career into accountancy or have previously worked in an accounts department this level is ideal for you. You don’t need any prior experience working in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.
You’ll learn a broad range of core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing as well as accountancy related business skills and personal skills.
You must successfully complete the following:
Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK)
Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC)
Principles of Costing (PCTN)
Business Environment (BESY)
Future prospects
Upon completion of apprenticeship there may be an opportunity to become a permanent member of staff.
The essentials
Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.
Training provider
Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.
