The Level 3 Assistant Accountant programme builds on the foundations of Level 2, introducing more advanced accounting practices including financial statements, VAT returns, management reporting, and data-driven financial analysis. Learners develop stronger technical and analytical skills, using digital tools to streamline financial processes and support effective business decisions.
Qualification Level
Level 3 – Advanced ApprenticeshipTraining Duration
12 – 15 monthsTraining Method
Classroom & Online OptionsProgramme Length
15 – 18 monthsCoaching
Learning & Development MentorThis unit will allow you to get an understanding of double entry bookkeeping and the basic accounting principles.
1This unit will allow you to get an understanding of accounting for payroll, trial balances and posting journals to correct errors.
2This unit will allow you to demonstrate an understanding of internal reporting, differentiate between cost classifications for different purposes and record and calculate overhead costs whilst processing all of the above on a spreadsheet.
3This unit will allow you to understand the basic principles of accounting including VAT and Payroll, complex year and adjustments and the difference between capital, revenue income and expenditure. You will then move onto the production of Sole Trader and Partnership accounts.
4This unit will allow you to understand the format of the accounts for sole traders, understand partnership accounts and have a detailed look into incomplete records.
5This unit will allow you to understand the nature of VAT, Making Tax Digital, VAT docs, Payroll and VAT errors and will explain how an organisation should interact with HMRC.
6The Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician programme equips learners with advanced expertise in financial management, budgeting, taxation, and performance evaluation. Learners apply these skills using…
Qualification Level
Level 4 – Higher ApprenticeshipTraining Duration
12 – 15 monthsTraining Method
Classroom & Online OptionsProgramme Length
15 – 18 monthsCoaching
Learning & Development MentorThe Level 2 Accounts Assistant programme provides the essential foundation in finance administration and accounting principles. Learners gain core skills in double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing,…
Qualification Level
Level 2 – Intermediate ApprenticeshipTraining Duration
12 monthsTraining Method
Classroom & Online OptionsProgramme Length
15 monthsCoaching
Learning & Development Mentor