• LevelLevel 2
  • FT/PTApps
  • Duration13 months
  • Awarding bodyAAT

Overview

An Accounts assistant is an integral part of the team responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate finance function within a business. They are responsible for assisting the team of accountants with junior accounting duties. These can vary massively depending on the team structure and size of business.

The work could include basic bookkeeping activities, working with sales and purchase ledgers, running calculations to ensure that records and payments are correct, recording of cash and data entry.

Accounts assistant can work in almost any sector. Potential employers include corporate businesses, sole traders, partnerships, Public sector, not-for-profit organisations and educational institutions.

This qualification will prepare you for junior and entry-level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration, covering areas such as double entry bookkeeping to basic costing principles and using accounting software.

JOB SECTORS
Finance

BUSINESS BENEFITS
Increase productivity
Future-proof your business
Motivate your workforce

LEARNER BENEFITS
Free qualifications
Earn whilst you learn
Alternative to university
Fast-track to a career
Real life work experience

Course Information

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01642 333333 or email courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk.

On programme qualifications:

  • Accounts Assistant L2 Apprenticeship
  • Foundation Certificate in Accountancy L2

Units include:

  • Bookkeeping controls and transactions
  • Costing
  • Accounting systems and processes
  • Basic accounting
  • Ethical standards

Entry requirements

Employment in a suitable role for the chosen apprenticeship is essential. Northern Skills will work with applicants to help find a suitable employer where possible but we advise anyone looking to undertake an apprenticeship to actively seek employment for themselves.

Applicants are required to have Level 2 English and maths (GCSE grades 9-4 / A-C). Certificates will need to be produced at enrolment. If proof cannot be produced or you do not meet these entry requirements, then applicants will be invited to complete an initial assessment prior to acceptance. An interview will take place.

  • AAT Lv2 Foundation Certificate in Accountancy
  • End Point Assessment
  • Knowledge In-Tray Test
  • Portfolio of Evidence
  • Professional Discussion underpinned by Portfolio

Possible progression routes:

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship L3

 

Possible job roles:

Accounts / Finance Assistant

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Learning Support

We understand that students may require a little extra help during their studies, which is why our learning support team are on hand to help learners with a learning difficulty or support need achieve their full potential.

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Financial Support

Whatever your age or level of study, we offer a comprehensive financial support service and bursary scheme to help you through your time at Middlesbrough College. From childcare assistance to travel packages, we pride ourselves on giving expert advice and support.

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Travel Information

We are situated in a fantastic location, just a stone’s throw from Middlesbrough town centre. As well as being a matter of minutes from both the train and bus stations, eligible students can also benefit from free travel.

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