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Accounts or Finance Apprenticeship Level 2

Ae Finance LTD · Peterborough · posted 29 July 2026

Wage
Competitive
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)
Starts
9 September 2026
Closing date
12 August 2026
Positions
1

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  • Process bookkeeping records and maintain accurate financial information for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies using accounting software
  • Assist with preparing quarterly VAT returns, draft accounts, and other financial reports under the guidance of experienced accountants
  • Support payroll processing, including weekly, four-weekly, and monthly payrolls, pension auto-enrolment, and CIS returns
  • Communicate with clients to obtain financial information, resolve queries, and provide excellent customer service
  • Work closely with the accounts team on a variety of administrative and ad-hoc tasks while developing practical accountancy skills through on-the-job training

Your training

  • Training will take place at Peterborough College, which will consist of half a day face-to-face classroom delivery and half a day of independent learning, once a week

Where it leads

  • Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent role as an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant, with opportunities to progress to Senior Accountant as experience and professional qualifications are gained
  • The successful candidate may also receive support to continue studying towards higher-level accounting qualifications, building a long-term career within the practice

About Ae Finance LTD

AE Finance Ltd is a well-established independent accountancy practice with over 37 years of experience supporting sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies across a wide range of industries. As an ACCA Regulated firm with Platinum Approved Employer status, we are committed to maintaining the highest professional standards while investing in the development of our people.

We pride ourselves on providing a friendly, professional, and personalised service, building long-term relationships with our clients. Our experienced team offers expertise in accounts preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, taxation, and business advisory services.

We are passionate about developing the next generation of accounting professionals by providing high-quality training, mentoring, and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a supportive and collaborative working environment.

Things to consider

  • Previous experience in an office, customer service, or finance environment
  • Familiarity with accounting software such as Sage, IRIS or QuickBooks (training will be provided)
  • A genuine interest in pursuing a long-term career in accountancy and finance

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatienceMicrosoft Office - ExcelMicrosoft Office - Word

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4-9) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4-9) — essential
  • A Level Various (grade Pass) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 367 EASTFIELD ROAD, PETERBOROUGH, PE1 4RD

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