Accounts Assistant Training

Fast-Track Your Accounts Assistant Career

  • Accounts Assistants earn up to £45k per year
  • Duration: 2-4 weeks, 100 hours
  • Training under the supervision of qualified accountants
  • Practical training using real company financial records

Why Choose an Accounts Assistant Career?

An Accounts Assistant plays a crucial role in financial management, supporting the accounting team in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records. With the rising number of businesses and increasing regulatory compliance requirements, demand for skilled Accounts Assistants continues to grow across multiple industries.

As of March 2025, thousands of Accounts Assistant job opportunities are available in the UK on platforms such as Indeed, Reed, Totaljobs, and CV-Library. Whether you’re looking to enter the field or advance to a Semi-Senior or Assistant Accountant position, this training will give you the skills needed to succeed.

Comprehensive Accounts Assistant Training

This programme is designed for individuals who want to enhance their accounting skills and progress within the finance sector. In any accounting department—whether in a business or an accountancy firm—an Assistant Accountant acts as a crucial link between the Bookkeeper and the Accountant.

Our practical, job-focused training equips you with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, covering everything from invoice recording and expense management to financial statement preparation, control account adjustments, and advanced reconciliations.

What You’ll Learn

Core Accounting & Financial Skills

  • Control account adjustments and reconciliations
  • Year-end journal preparation from source documents
  • Depreciation calculations using various methods
  • Processing accruals and prepayments

Financial Statements & Reporting

  • Preparing trial balances, profit & loss accounts, and balance sheets
  • Understanding double-entry bookkeeping concepts
  • Managing CIS schemes with complex contractor/subcontractor structures

Advanced Excel & Data Analysis

  • VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, COUNTIFS, and IFERROR formulas
  • Pivot tables and pivot chart creation
  • Loan amortisation calculations and financial forecasting

Practical Software Training

  • Working with Xero & Advanced Excel
  • Customising chart of accounts based on company needs
  • Modifying supplier/customer accounts and tracking receipts

Industries Covered
Our practical training ensures students gain transferable skills applicable to a variety of industries:

  • IT & Technology
  • E-commerce & Retail
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Manufacturing & Supply Chain
  • Luxury & Fashion Industry
  • Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
  • Automotive & Motor Industry
  • Hospitality & Tourism

SOFTWARES

Xero and Advanced Excel

Career & Salary Prospects

A career as an Accounts Assistant offers stability, career progression, and attractive salaries. Upon completion, you can apply for roles such as:

  • Accounts Assistant (£25k – £38k)
  • Accounts Clerk (£25k – £40k)
  • Accounts Payable Specialist (£28k – £42k)
  • Accounts Receivable Specialist (£28k – £42k)
  • Finance Assistant (£30k – £42k)
  • Junior Accountant (£35k – £45k)

Who Is This Training For?

  • Individuals struggling to secure permanent employment in accounting
  • Career changers looking to transition into accounting with no prior experience
  • Students pursuing MBA, MSc in Accounting & Finance, BSc in Accounting & Finance, or HND in Accounting
  • Experienced professionals looking to upskill for career growth
  • Aspiring Chartered Accountants preparing to study AAT, ACA, IAB, ACCA, or CIMA

SOFTWARES

Average Salary After Completing

£34k

You can earn an average of £33,541.01

Junior Account Assistant
£25k
Average salary you can earn
£38k
Senior Account Assistant
£45k

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Your Accounts Assistant Career Journey in 4 Simple Steps

Step 1

Career Consultation & Registration

Speak with a Career Consultant to assess your experience and goals. Get expert guidance on the best training pathway and secure your place with a deposit.

Step 2

Begin Your Training

Start your 2-4 week training with 1-to-1 expert guidance. Gain hands-on experience using Xero & Advanced Excel while mastering financial reporting, reconciliations, and bookkeeping processes.

Step 3

Earn Your Certification

Upon completing the programme, receive a CPD-approved certification, validating your accounting skills and making you job-ready.

Step 4

Guaranteed Recruitment Support

Access guaranteed recruitment support, including CV optimisation, interview coaching, LinkedIn profile enhancement, and job search assistance to help you secure your ideal accounting role.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is ideal for beginners, career changers, students, and professionals looking to gain practical accounting skills and secure a role as an Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant. No prior experience is required.

You will receive hands-on training in Xero and Advanced Excel, covering key financial tasks such as reconciliations, financial reporting, and bookkeeping.

Yes, you will earn a CPD-approved certification, widely recognised by employers across the UK, enhancing your credibility in the accounting job market.

Yes, the course is fully flexible, allowing you to set your own schedule with 1-to-1 training, e-learning, and mentorship to fit around your commitments.