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AAT Finance Apprentice

The Children's Society · London · posted 26 October 2026

Wage
£26,100 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Starts
30 November 2026
Closing date
13 November 2026
Positions
1

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  • Lead the entry of accounting transactions. Banking, supplier invoices, payments etc.
  • Reconciling bank and supplier accounts. Reconciling balance sheet accounts.
  • Supporting the month end process and working to deadlines.
  • Being a steward to finance policy’s including finance process and system development.
  • Customer and supplier registrations.
  • Corporate credit card management.

Your training

Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT

This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.

Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.

You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.

To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:

  • Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS)
  • Management Accounting Techniques (MATS)
  • Tax Processes for Business (TPFB)
  • Business Awareness (BUAW)

Where it leads

  • 2 year fixed term contract with option to progress upon completion, or support to develop externally

About The Children's Society

About us: The Children’s Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We deliver essential local services that provide safe, trusted support to children and young people during times of significant need. Making a Difference Together At The Children's Society, we are committed to creating a society built for all children. Every day, we support young people facing some of the toughest challenges in their lives and work tirelessly to drive positive change. We are embarking on an exciting finance transformation journey, including the implementation of a new finance ERP and the modernisation of finance processes, reporting, and ways of working. We are looking for a talented Systems Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in this transformation while providing high-quality financial management support across the organisation.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsOrganisation skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgemental

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths (grade 9-5) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade 9-5) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Whitecross Studios , 50 Banner Street , London, EC1Y 8ST

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