Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship Level 2

The Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship is at Level 2 – equivalent to GCSEs – and will equip apprentices with skills and knowledge that can be directly applied in their roles.

This apprenticeship is ideal for team members who assist with financial tasks and undertake junior accounting duties. Apprentices will learn foundation bookkeeping and accounting software skills.

This flexible apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with Mindful Education, and combines online learning with face-to-face lessons in the classroom.

This qualification will prepare apprentices for junior and entry-level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration - covering areas such as double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing principles and using accounting software.

This qualification will prepare apprentices for junior and entry-level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration - covering areas such as double-entry bookkeeping, basic costing principles and using accounting software.

This apprenticeship standard is at Level 2. The structure allows students to achieve the AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) Foundation Certificate in Accounting as their on-programme learning. This internationally recognised AAT qualification enables those working in accounting or those looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.

Example modules

The Level 2 apprenticeship covers a range of key areas, including:

Introduction to Bookkeeping

Principles of Bookkeeping

Principles of Costing

The Business Environment

You will also develop business communications and lifelong learning skills, applying what you learn on the course to the wider industry context.

To complete the Accounts/Finance Assistant Apprenticeship, apprentices will be expected to complete:

Employment in a relevant environment for a minimum of 30 hours per week. 3 GCSEs including Maths and English at grade 4 or equivalent. Previous knowledge of accounting or a Level 1 Bookkeeping qualification would be advantageous but not essential.

Employers may also set their own entry requirements depending on the role.