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 – AdvancedTraining 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. Complete this unit over 4 sessions, from £450 (excluding AAT membership & exam fees)
1This unit will allow you to get an understanding of accounting for payroll, trial balances and posting journals to correct errors. Complete this unit over 5 sessions, from £560 (excluding AAT membership & exam fees)
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. Complete this unit over 9 sessions, from £420 (excluding AAT membership & exam fees)
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 on to, the production of Sole Trader and Partnership accounts. Complete this unit over 13 sessions, from £620 (excluding AAT membership & exam fees)
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. Complete this unit over 10 sessions, from £470 (excluding AAT membership & exam fees)
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. Complete this unit over 8 sessions, from £390 (excluding AAT membership & exam fees)
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 – HigherTraining 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 – IntermediateTraining Duration
12 monthsTraining Method
Classroom & Online OptionsProgramme Length
15 monthsCoaching
Learning & Development Mentor