Assistant Accountant Apprentice - Level 3

Duties will include gaining knowledge in:

Maintaining systems and accounting records Reconciliations Using IT systems Preparing and processing journals Budget setting

You will also support colleagues and develop communication skills whilst gaining invaluable experience in the workplace in applying and putting this learning in practice. You will build and develop relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders and work in a team to meet the requirements of the service/school.

Training:

By the end of this programme, you will have successfully completed the Assistant Accountant Level 3 apprenticeship and AAT Level 3 qualification. This apprenticeship is run by Accountancy Learning who is responsible for supporting you with your learning and carrying out assessments. Your role will be linked to the knowledge, skills and behaviours in the apprenticeship standard and once you are competent in all these areas, you will take an End Point Assessment before successfully completing. You will receive support from a nominated mentor throughout the duration of the apprenticeship. 

Delivery will be online, blended learning and you will have weekly meetings with your tutor, interactive learning sessions, workbooks, webinars, as well as lots of learning opportunities in the workplace.

Training Outcome:

Opportunites to progress to Level 4 on an apprenticeship contract may arise and/or the opportunity to apply for permament roles at the council. 

Employer Description:
We are one of the largest employers in Sussex employing around 8,000 staff who deliver more than 700 services to local residents. Working for us is more than just a job. It’s all about making a real difference to people’s everyday lives. We firmly believe that our staff are our greatest asset and it’s important to us that they are happy, healthy and productive at work. We are an accredited Living Wage employer and offer a range of financial and non-financial benefits.

Working Hours :
37 hours per week working Monday - Friday, 08.30am - 5.00pm but some flexibility may be possible.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative