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AAT Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

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£16.2k/yr
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AAT Finance Assistant Apprenticeship

CENTRIFORCE PRODUCTS LIMITED

Bootle, Liverpool (L20 8EE)

Closes on Friday 20 November 2026

Posted on 13 October 2026

Summary

Are you looking to build a long-term career in Accountancy? Then look no further! Kickstart your career today with a Level 3 AAT apprenticeship with Centriforce and Kaplan. You will be dealing with accounts and communication with clients whilst working towards the AAT Level 3 qualification.

Wage

£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Training

  • Course: Assistant accountant (level 3)
  • Hours: Full-time office based, exact shifts TBC, 39 hours a week
  • Start date: Friday 1 January 2027
  • Duration: 1 year 6 months
  • Positions available: 1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

The apprentice will support the finance team with day-to-day activities while building their knowledge and skills. Areas of work include:

  • Financial accounting
  • Management accounting
  • Accounts payable, treasury, and banking
  • VAT and finance compliance
  • Finance administration & data management and reporting

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

  • Training provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
  • Training course: Assistant accountant (level 3)

What you'll learn

  • Assist with the investigation of, and response to, financial information queries.
  • Record and analyse financial data using the organisation’s standard tools and processes.
  • Apply double entry bookkeeping and accounting standards to process financial documents, generate financial statements, and report financial information to users of accounts.
  • Assist with production of accurate financial information for the preparation of accounts.
  • Reconcile financial data, such as preparation of reconciliations or review of reconciliations.
  • Investigate, resolve, or escalate transactional queries and errors within their remit as appropriate.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
  • Communicate financial information in a way that non-finance stakeholders can interpret and understand.
  • Utilise digital skills to present key financial information using finance and accounting software and applications.
  • Use software packages to assist with basic accounting tasks in line with cyber and data security requirements, using data securely and safely, including backing up data.
  • Communicate using a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.

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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)

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Requirements

  • Essential qualifications:
    • GCSE in: Maths & English (grade 5 and above)
    • A Level in: Accountancy (grade 4 and above)
  • Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
  • Skills:
    • Communication skills
    • IT skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Customer care skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Team working

About this employer

At Centriforce, we believe an apprenticeship should provide more than just a qualification; it should be the start of a rewarding and long-term career. As a well-established and successful SME with ambitious growth plans, we offer apprentices the opportunity to learn within a supportive business that combines commercial success with a genuine family feel.

Our culture is built around our core values of Teamwork, Ambition, Customer Focus, Honesty and Integrity, and Accountability, which guide everything we do. We are committed to looking after our employees, investing in their development, and providing a safe, inclusive, and positive working environment where people are encouraged to learn, contribute and grow.

Apprentices work alongside experienced colleagues, gain real responsibility, and play a meaningful role in helping us deliver quality products and excellent service to our customers.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay. There is scope for further learning and development and promotion opportunities within the business.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is: VAC2000058458

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Skills

monitor financial accounts
accounting
treasury management system
banking activities
value-added tax law
ensure compliance with company regulations
financial management
manage data
report analysis results
communication
identify digital competence gaps
attend to detail
work in an organised manner
customer service
solve problems
think analytically
teamwork principles
accounting department processes
bookkeeping regulations
depreciation

Location

14-16 Derby Rd, Liverpool L20 8EE, UK

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