An Accounts or Finance Assistant is an important team member, working with other accountants to support them with junior accounting tasks which contribute to an efficient and accurate finance function within an organisation.
This internationally recognised AAT qualification enables those working in accounting or those looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.
Typical job roles
Accounts or Finance Assistant, Cashier Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk and Sales Ledger Clerk.
On successful completion of this Level 2 Accounts or Finance Assistant Apprenticeship programme, you can progress to higher levels of the AAT accounting qualifications via apprenticeship training or through part-time courses.
LMP Education offers a Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship programme and a Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician Apprenticeship programme.
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To start this apprenticeship you must have lived in the UK 3+ years minimum and have a form of UK ID required at enrolment. You must be age 16+ (with no upper age limit) with no prior learning within the area of study.
There are no formal accounting entry requirements for this apprenticeship. However, previous knowledge of accounting or a Level 1 Bookkeeping qualification would be advantageous but not essential. You will need to be employed in a relevant finance, bookkeeping or accounting role.
Internationally Recognised AAT Qualification: upon completion of this programme you will receive an internationally recognised Level 2 AAT certificate that will allow you to progress within the finance sector through work or further learning.
Practical Skills Development: gain essential skills and real-life workplace experience.
Earn While You Learn: you’ll receive a salary while completing your qualification, so no need to worry about student debt. National Minimum Apprentice Wage applies, but some employers pay more.
Ongoing Support: you’ll have a workplace mentor and LMP tutor, providing 1-2-1 support through your learning journey.
Career Progression Pathway: this apprenticeship opens the door to further qualifications such as the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship and beyond.
Industry Experience and Mentorship: gain valuable hands-on experience while working alongside experienced finance professionals.
Innovative Learning methods: this programme is delivered through flexible online lessons and virtual classroom learning. On-demand access to high quality courses means that you can study on your own terms, as your work schedule allows.
Exam fees: and registration costs are covered including 1 resit fee if needed.
This comprehensive course blends theoretical learning with practical application, covering essential accounting principles such introduction to bookkeeping, business awareness, accounting systems and processes and ethical standards.
Throughout the programme you will develop a variety of skills to support your work. These include dealing effectively with a range of stakeholders, utilising relevant office and accounting software packages to input and manage data, and the ability to reconcile data to minimise the chance of errors.
We have partnered with Mindful Education to deliver this apprenticeship through an online and virtual classroom model. You will study online materials during allotted time at work and also attend regular virtual sessions with an LMP tutor.
Online lessons can be accessed at any time, using a mobile, tablet or desktop – meaning apprentices can fit their study around work commitments. Each lesson lasts around 45 minutes and is accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Exercises, interactive case studies and analytical tools help to enhance the learning experience further.
Virtual Classroom – benefit from regular virtual classes with an experienced tutor. A combination of tutor-led work, group exercises and discussion encourage you to apply theory to real-life workplace situations.
For further information about the course, download the course brochure.
