AAT Finance Assistant Apprentice

Saltus Partners LLP · Fareham

FinanceAdvanced Level 3On-siteProgressionFlexibility
  • Prepare and complete bank transactions.

  • Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations, investigating differences and ensuring records are accurate

  • Taking ownership of the finance mailbox, responding to queries and ensuring requests are dealt with promptly

  • Assisting with audit queries and supporting the posting of final statutory accounts journals

  • Gaining exposure to different areas and divisions within the wider Finance team

  • Assisting with the monthly payroll process

  • Supporting a variety of finance projects and process improvement initiatives

  • Supporting the finance team with the integration of new acquisitions into the business

  • Developing your knowledge of finance systems, processes and controls

Perks & benefits

Paid Training Flexible Working Hours Paid Time Off

Skills required

Desirable:
• Advanced Excel skills
• An interest in data, systems and automation

Qualifications required

  • GCSE grade 7 or above in English and Maths

  • A or A* at A Level in Mathematics, or an equivalent qualification

  • A strong academic track record throughout your education

Training you'll get

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.

To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:

  • Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS).

  • Management Accounting Techniques (MATS).

  • Tax Processes for Business (TPFB).

  • Business Awareness (BUAW).

Future prospects

Saltus has grown at around 40% per annum throughout its life. As it grows you have the opportunity to grow with it. You will work alongside experienced members of the Finance team and gain exposure to a wide range of activities, giving you a strong foundation for a long-term career in finance through natural progression.

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Hours 37.5 hours per week
Duration 18 months (Fixed Term)
Roles available 1
Posted 02 Sep 2026
Interviews 16 Sep 2026
Starts Oct 2026
Apply by 23 Sep 2026

Training provider

Kaplan

Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.

Where you'd be based

PO15 7AZ

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