Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship

This apprenticeship is part of the Heathrow Shared Apprenticeship Scheme, one of the UK’s most exciting programmes, offering career-changing opportunities for residents close to Heathrow Airport.

About the role

As an Assistant Accountant Apprentice, you will support internal and external customers in managing financial and accounting activities within an organisation. Working under the supervision of experienced finance professionals, you will assist in preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations. This apprenticeship provides a structured pathway to a career in finance, with opportunities for progression into professional accounting roles.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with monthly and year-end financial reporting.
• Processing financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable.
• Reconciling bank statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Assisting in the preparation of VAT returns and tax computations.
• Using financial and accounting software to record and analyse data.
• Supporting the preparation of management accounts and financial statements.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, including anti-money laundering.
• Assisting with audits and control account reconciliations.
• Communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
• Maintaining financial records and ensuring data accuracy.
• Using digital systems securely to protect financial data.
• Keeping up to date with changes in finance regulations and accounting best practices.

This is an office-based role involving prolonged periods of desk-based work, computer use, and telephone communication. K10 Apprenticeships will consider reasonable adjustments where possible to support individuals in carrying out the essential duties of the role.

Requirements

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well within a team and independently.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A proactive and professional attitude.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum: English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4 / C or above, or Functional Skills at Level 2 or above.
• Desired: A Level or Level 2 qualification in Business, Finance, or Mathematics (beneficial but not essential).
• Any previous work experience in an office or finance setting is an advantage.

Schedule

40 hours per week with a start time between 07:00 and 08:00, inclusive of 8 paid hours at college.

Training

K10 will enrol you in the course and fund your qualifications through an accredited training provider. This apprenticeship is at Level 3 and typically lasts 15 months (plus 3 months for the End-Point Assessment). You will work towards the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. Training will be delivered through a combination of on-the-job learning and structured classroom sessions (either online or in person, depending on the provider).

Eligibility

• Living in England for the last 3 years with the right to work.
• Not enrolled on any other courses.
• 18+ due to site health and safety rules.
• Certain opportunities are available only to individuals living in the 9 local boroughs surrounding Heathrow: Hillingdon, Hounslow, Ealing, Spelthorne, Windsor & Maidenhead, South Buckinghamshire, Elmbridge, Slough, and Runnymede.

About the employer

K10 is the UK’s largest construction-specific Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency. Founded in 2009, we are an award-winning social enterprise with a passion to convert potential. Our aim is to place learners in sustainable employment on projects in their local area. We collaborate with government, referral organisations, local authorities, developers, contractors, and colleges to deliver apprenticeship programmes specifically designed to upskill the future of construction.