AAT Finance Apprentice

• Basic use of Microsoft Office suite products, especially Excel Use of software packages / databases.

Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3

Advanced builds on the knowledge gained in the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level. You’ll learn complex accounting techniques, and master a number of accounting disciplines including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants.

This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.

To pass this level you’ll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory. Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you’ll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all of the other units you’ve studied at this level.

The area you will cover include:

• Advanced Bookkeeping.

• Final Accounts Preparation.

• Management Accounting: Costing.

• Indirect Tax.

• Advanced Synoptic Assessment.

The Apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be a successful Assistant Accountant, this includes, Business Awareness, Ethics, Communication, Embracing Change and Problem Solving. Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take End Point Assessment.

The Knowledge areas of the standard will typically be covered through completion of the AAT qualification. Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.

• Ability to work flexibly to ensure deadlines and timescales are met.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to express yourself clearly verbally and in writing and an aptitude for figure work.
• Understanding, demonstrated in practice, of how diversity is important for an employer like Newlon.
• Having an understanding of the importance of accurate numeric and financial information.
• Clear verbal and written expression when communicating with others.
• Working in a systematic way, planning and allocating time and resources effectively.
• Developing and maintaining effective and co-operative working relationships with others and showing respect for all.
• Delivering an excellent service to internal and external customers.
• Working to a high standard and demonstrating commitment to achieving objectives.

To go onto another finance qualification.