This apprenticeship is no longer available, take a look at Accounting and taxation professional as an alternative option
“Accounting involves working in an accounts department, helping a business or organisation to manage its finances properly”
The accounting apprenticeship is designed to prepare you for a number of roles within accountancy. As an apprentice, you’ll be able to manage and organise the funds raised for a charity, process the expenses and receipts of a team of salespeople, or oversee the finances of a global corporation. A head for numbers is crucial, as is a familiarity and interest in accounting software. A love of spreadsheets would also be handy. As accountancy is a highly skilled profession, with staff working at many different levels, you’ll be able to take the accounting qualification suitable to your level through this apprenticeship. Apprentices who qualify through the intermediate route might work as accounts assistants, credit control clerks, accounts clerks, or finance assistants, all helping accountants to keep financial records and prepare accounts. The advanced route will position you as a trainee accounting technician.
Duration: 12 to 18 months
Relevant school subjects: Maths
Entry requirements: Depend on employer
Achievement upon completion: Level 2 (Intermediate)—equivalent to GCSEs; Level 3 (Advanced)—equivalent to A-levels
Potential salary upon completion: £18,000 per annum
Find out more: www.apprenticeshipguide.co.uk
