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AAT Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

Peacock Medical Group · Newcastle · posted 7 September 2026

Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 3 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Starts
28 September 2026
Closing date
26 September 2026
Positions
1

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  • Banking and cash management
  • Sales ledger & credit control support
  • Purchase ledger support, management accounting (developed over time)
  • Learning & professional development

Your training

This apprenticeship is a perfect match for someone without any accountancy or bookkeeping knowledge. On this programme they will learn the building blocks of the modern accountant. Not only will they grasp the fundamentals of bookkeeping, but we will help them develop those vital skills and behaviours to enable them to put their knowledge into action.

If you’re new to accountancy and finance, looking to change your career into accountancy or have previously worked in an accounts department this level is ideal for you. You don’t need any prior experience working in accounts to study AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. There are no entry requirements, but you do need good maths, IT and English skills, and a willingness to learn.

You’ll learn a broad range of core accounting skills, including double-entry bookkeeping and basic costing as well as accountancy related business skills and personal skills.

You must successfully complete the following:

  • Introduction to Bookkeeping (ITBK)

  • Principles of Bookkeeping Control (POBC)

  • Principles of Costing (PCTN)

  • Business Environment (BESY)

Where it leads

Potential position as Finance Assistant.

About Peacock Medical Group

Our culture is one of care and this extends to our customers, our patients and our people. It is the foundation for our success and sets us apart as a business. Our culture governs how we operate and guides or approach to corporate responsibility and social values.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAdministrative skills

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths & English (grade 5 and above ) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Benfield Business Park, Benfield Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle , NE6 4NQ

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