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Business, HR & Accounting

L3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Standard

An Assistant Accountant provides support to internal and external customers and will work predominately either as an assistant accountant within practice or alternatively within the finance function of an organisation. Part of their role will involve assisting in the day to day financial activities such as data entry to month end management accounts and/or year-end financial statements. In addition, the Assistant Accountant may find themselves involved in regulatory financial requirements such as the completion of VAT returns or assisting in the preparation of tax computations.

The knowledge, skills and behaviours for this role will be developed over the duration of the apprenticeship.
Maths and English will be embedded within the apprenticeship.

Typical job titles:
• Assistant Accountant
• Trainee Accounting Technician
• Accounts Clerk
• Cashier
• Finance Assistant
• Purchase Ledger Clerk
• Sales Ledger Clerk

What You’ll Learn

Course Structure

Learners will attend either Doncaster or North Lindsey college on a day release basis. A minimum of 6 hours per week will be spent on working towards the apprenticeship standard. Apprentices will be supported by 1:1 meetings in the workplace by their dedicated Programme Tutor. Additional learning resources and information will be made available online to ensure a fully blended learning experience.

 

How You're Assessed

Assessment Methods

All apprentices must undertake an independent end-point assessment which is an assessment of the knowledge, skills and behaviours that have been learnt throughout the apprenticeship. The purpose of the assessment is to make sure the apprentice meets the standard set by employers and are fully competent in the occupation.

Career Destinations

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Your progression pathway

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Student Voice

This course has helped me improve my communication and computer skills, make new friends, and feel more confident about finding a job with my qualification. The lecturers are really kind and help with everything.

Costs

Course Fees

UK

Any fees for a 19+ learner, where the company is a non-Apprenticeship Levy payer will be paid by the company.

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Quick Reference Guide

Level

Level 3

Duration

This apprenticeship has a typical duration of 18 months training period plus additional time to complete the end point assessment.

Study Mode

Wb

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Applications are open. Apply online in minutes.

Questions? Call 0800 358 7979 or email apprenticeshipsupport@dncolleges.ac.uk