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Assistant Accountant - Apprentice

International Students House -
Westminster

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Job details

Full-time
£32,000 - £35,000 a year
2 days ago

Qualifications

Sage
Microsoft Excel
Oracle
Managerial accounting
ERP systems
Data analysis skills
Financial report writing
Xero
Administrative experience
Analysis skills
Accounting
Mentoring
Organisational skills
Pivot tables
Communication skills
AAT
Office experience

Full job description

Assistant Accountant (Apprentice)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Reporting to: Finance Manager / Finance Director

Start your accounting career with purpose.

Are you looking to build a successful career in finance while working towards a recognised professional accounting qualification? Do you already hold AAT Level 3 and want to develop your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Accountant Apprentice to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of finance functions while receiving structured training and support to progress your professional accounting qualification.

Working within a charity environment, you'll play an important role in supporting the Finance team, developing practical accounting knowledge, and contributing to the delivery of high-quality financial services that make a real difference.

What you'll be doing

As our Assistant Accountant Apprentice, you'll gain experience across all areas of the finance function, including:

Supporting month-end processes, journals, accruals and prepayments.
Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset accounting.
Supporting budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
Helping maintain accurate purchase ledger and sales ledger processes.
Assisting with credit control and transactional accounting activities.
Supporting the implementation of finance system improvements and automation projects.
Preparing audit documentation and ensuring compliance with financial controls.
Producing financial reports and analysis to support informed decision-making.
Developing an understanding of statutory reporting, governance and financial regulations.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll receive ongoing coaching, structured learning and regular feedback to help you develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a successful accounting professional.

About you

We're looking for someone who is organised, analytical and eager to learn.

Essential

AAT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
Commitment to studying towards a recognised professional accounting qualification.
A genuine passion for finance and accounting.
Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
Good Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Lookups and data analysis functions.
An understanding of transactional finance processes and a willingness to develop management accounting knowledge.
High levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.

Desirable

Experience in an office, administrative or finance environment.
Exposure to month-end processes and financial reporting.
Experience using accounting or ERP systems such as Access Dimensions, Oracle, Sage or Xero.
Strong communication skills and confidence working with finance and non-finance colleagues.
Experience identifying or supporting process improvements.

What we're looking for

You'll be someone who:

Demonstrates professionalism and sound judgement.
Takes ownership of your learning and development.
Works collaboratively and builds positive working relationships.
Is proactive, curious and committed to continuous improvement.
Maintains accuracy and integrity in everything you do.
Is committed to delivering excellent service and supporting colleagues.

Why join us?

This is more than an apprenticeship—it's an opportunity to build a long-term career in finance within a values-driven organisation.

In return, we offer:

Salary of £32,000-£35,000 per annum.
Fully supported professional accounting apprenticeship.
Practical experience across a broad finance function.
Ongoing mentoring from experienced finance professionals.
Opportunities to contribute to finance transformation and system improvement projects.
A collaborative and supportive team environment where your development is encouraged.

If you're ambitious, motivated and ready to take the next step in your finance career, we'd love to hear from you.

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