At a Glance
- Tasks: Kick-start your career with hands-on experience in accountancy while studying for a Level 3 AAT qualification.
- Company: Join MGR, a supportive and collaborative workplace committed to your professional growth.
- Benefits: Earn £25,000 a year, enjoy a structured training programme, and gain valuable qualifications.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career progression and further qualifications.
- Why this job: Launch your professional career straight from school and work alongside experienced accountants.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, plus A Levels in relevant subjects.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 25000 £ per year.
Kick-start your career with a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship at MGR in partnership with Kaplan. This is an exciting opportunity for a school/college leaver. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience in a real workplace while studying towards a nationally recognised accountancy qualification.
Wage: £25,000 a year
Training course: Assistant accountant (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday - 9.30am - 5.30pm. 35 hours a week
Start date: Monday 2 November 2026
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1
Work: Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work:
- Completing bookkeeping
- Assisting with the preparation and completion of VAT returns
- Assisting with the preparation of corporation or personal tax returns
- Producing Monthly Management Accounts
- Producing Statutory Accounts
- Working with clients across a variety of sectors
- Learning accounting and business principles from experienced professionals
- Developing technical, analytical and communication skills
- Studying towards the AAT/ACCA qualification as part of your apprenticeship programme
Where you'll work: 55 Loudoun Road, St John's Wood, London, NW8 0DL
Training: Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You'll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED
What you'll learn:
- Assist with the investigation of, 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 escape 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 a range of approaches and media, with an understanding of the risks and benefits to the business of social media and other digital applications.
Training schedule: Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT. This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function. Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You'll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
Essential qualifications:
- GCSE in Maths (grade 9-6)
- GCSE in English (grade 9-6)
- A Level in any associate subjects, accountancy, business (grade A)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills:
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Organisation skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this employer: At MGR, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a supportive, professional, and collaborative environment where individuals are encouraged to develop their skills, build rewarding careers, and deliver exceptional service to our clients. We combine the technical expertise and high standards of a leading professional services firm with a personal, people-focused approach.
After this apprenticeship, your earnings can increase over time. Natural progression through the business, previous trainees are now partners.
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC. Closes in 24 days (Friday 9 October 2026).
AAT Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship - School Leaver Opportunity in London employer: Government jobs, apprenticeship
Deans is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Stafford where you can kickstart your career in accountancy. With comprehensive on-the-job training and day release study for the AAT qualification, employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development and growth opportunities. The modern facilities and commitment to nurturing talent make Deans a fantastic place to build a rewarding career in finance.
Contact Details:
Government jobs, apprenticeship Recruitment Team
