ACCA Accountants Assistant

Finling Associates Limted · London

FinanceHigher Level 4HybridSmall businessProgressionFlexibility

Key Responsibilities

Client Accounting and Delivery

  • Process purchase and sales ledger transactions and maintain accurate accounting records

  • Perform bank and other basic reconciliations under supervision

  • Assist with month-end processes and the preparation of monthly management accounts

  • Assist with the preparation of VAT returns and supporting schedules

  • Prepare and organise supporting documentation and working papers as required

  • Liaise with clients to obtain missing information and resolve routine queries, seeking

    guidance where needed

  • Complete assigned work within agreed deadlines and in accordance with the firm’s

    procedures and quality standards.

Management Reporting

  • Assist with the preparation of client management reporting packs

  • Support the preparation of information and schedules required for monthly reporting

  • Check financial information for accuracy and completeness before passing work for review

  • Develop an understanding of how management accounts and reports are used by clients to

    understand the performance of their businesses

Support to Team

  • Work closely with more experienced team members and seek guidance where required

  • Respond constructively to review points and feedback and apply learning to future work

  • Keep relevant team members informed of the progress of assigned work and raise delays,

    missing information or other issues promptly

Perks & benefits

Paid Training Remote Work Options Insurance Benefits Retirement Plans Paid Time Off Professional Development

Skills required

Experience
• Previous accounting or office experience is not required
• Any previous work experience, part-time employment, work placement or experience involving responsibility and teamwork would be beneficial
• An interest in accounting, finance and working with technology

Skills
• Good numerical skills and an aptitude for working accurately with financial information
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good general IT skills and willingness to learn Xero, Excel and other cloud-based systems
• Ability to follow instructions and established processes carefully
• Ability to organise assigned work and work towards agreed deadlines
• Willingness to ask questions and seek guidance when unsure

Qualifications required

  • Two A Levels (Grades A-E)

  • Three GCSEs (or equivalent) (grades 9-4 / A-C) (in five separate subjects including maths and English).

Training you'll get

The ACCA Accounting Technician Apprenticeship is an ideal choice for learners because it provides a solid foundation in finance, accounting, and business structures through the first part of the globally recognised ACCA Qualification. Kaplan’s Level 4 apprenticeship equips learners with the skills to understand various business structures and functions, enabling them to create, verify, and review precise financial information.

Throughout the apprenticeship, learners will gain comprehensive knowledge of ethical, professional, and legal standards, ensuring they are well-prepared to meet industry expectations. Additionally, the programme enhances their understanding of business systems and processes, as well as standard accounting practices. This holistic approach not only boosts employability but also prepares learners for a successful career in the dynamic field of accounting.

Subjects included:

  • Financial Accounting (FA)

  • Management Accounting (MA)

  • Business and Technology (BT)

  • Corporate and Business Law (LW)

Choice of:

  • Performance Management (PM) or Financial Reporting (FR)

And an interactive module:

  • Foundations in Professionalism

Future prospects

  • To go through the whole accountancy qualification - Level 7

The essentials

Hours, commitment and the dates that matter.

Hours 40 hours per week
Duration 18 months (Fixed Term)
Roles available 1
Posted 14 Sep 2026
Starts Oct 2026
Apply by 16 Oct 2026

Training provider

Kaplan

Delivers the training for this role and manages your application.

Where you'd be based

SW19 7NB

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