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Are you looking to start an exciting career in finance?
We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our busy and dynamic Finance Team as an Accounting Apprentice.
This role offers the perfect combination of practical experience and professional development, allowing you to earn while you learn.
Wage
£20,000 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Medicash Health Cash Plan
Above statutory holiday allowance
Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 0900 – 1700 with one day a week at college and one day a week at home.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Monday 7 September 2026
Duration
1 year 3 months
Positions available
1
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
As an Accounting Apprentice, you will gain valuable hands-on experience within a busy Finance Team while working towards a recognised accounting qualification. You'll attend college one day per week to develop your technical knowledge, whilst spending the rest of your time learning on-the-job alongside experienced and qualified accountants who will support your development throughout your apprenticeship.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Posting financial transactions accurately onto the company's accounting software.
- Assisting with monthly reconciliations to ensure financial records are complete and accurate.
- Supporting the preparation of monthly and year-end financial reports.
- Helping to process invoices and maintain financial records.
- Assisting with the annual audit by gathering information and supporting documentation.
- Working with colleagues across the organisation to resolve finance-related queries.
- Learning and applying accounting principles, processes and best practices as part of your apprenticeship programme.
An average week will combine practical workplace learning with dedicated study time, allowing you to develop both your professional skills and technical knowledge. As your confidence and experience grow, you'll take on increasing responsibility and gain exposure to a wide range of accounting activities, helping you build a strong foundation for a successful career in finance.
Where you'll work
36 CRIMEA ROAD
ALDERSHOT
GU11 1UD
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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FARNBOROUGH COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Training course
Assistant accountant (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Assist with the investigation 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 varying approaches and different media methods with an appreciation of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Training schedule
This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
English & Maths (grade 4 / C and above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
Other requirements
- Ideally a good standard of Maths at either GCSE or A Level
- Failure to provide qualification/exam results may result in your application being rejected.
- Right to Work: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Evidence of this will be required before employment can commence.
- Safer Recruitment and Pre-Employment Checks: As an organisation committed to safer recruitment, shortlisted applicants will be required to complete Step by Step's application form before interview. Interviews will be conducted in person. Any offer of employment will be subject to: A satisfactory Basic DBS check, Receipt of two satisfactory references, Verification of your right to work in the UK.
- Travel Requirements: Applicants must be able to commute reliably to the workplace and attend college as required throughout the apprenticeship programme.
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About Step by Step
Step by Step is a youth charity dedicated to empowering young people and preventing homelessness across Hampshire, Surrey, Dorset, Wiltshire, West Berkshire and West Sussex. We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to realise their full potential, regardless of the challenges they face.
Through our accommodation services, wellbeing support, advice and guidance, and opportunities for personal development, we help young people build confidence, develop life skills and work towards a brighter future. Our services support young people aged 16–25 who are at risk of homelessness or facing complex challenges, providing safe places to live and the support they need to achieve independence.
Our team is positive, professional and passionate about making a difference. We are committed to creating opportunities that enable young people to overcome adversity and achieve their aspirations. Together with our supporters, volunteers, hosts and partners, we work to ensure that every young person has the chance to thrive.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do. The safe recruitment of staff is a vital part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults who access our services. As an employer, we expect all employees and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. To find out more about Step by Step and the life-changing work we do, visit www.stepbystep.org.uk.
Company benefits
Aviva Smart Health
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
The last apprentice has progressed internally towards a management accountant position and we have continued to pay for their training.
Contact
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
FARNBOROUGH COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Business Services
business@farn-ct.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045595.
Closes in 14 days (Friday 14 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
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