AAT Accounts Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Introduction

Looking to build a successful, long-term career in Accountancy? Take the first step towards your future with a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship at Nineteen Group Ltd, in partnership with Kaplan. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable, hands‑on experience within a professional finance environment while developing the practical skills.

Nineteen is a dynamic and rapidly expanding trade show organiser based in the centre of Wimbledon. We unite tens of thousands of people at our amazing shows, inspiring our people and communities to grow across meaningful sectors including security, cyber, fire, safety, emergency response, retail, manufacturing, construction, heating and plumbing and design. Backed by Phoenix Equity Partners, we are a successful team on an exciting journey of growth to become a leading organiser globally.

We value our people and search for new Nineteeners who reflect our values of being kind to others, working in an agile way to reflect the fast pace at which our business operates, being driven to succeed, and knowing that the more inclusive we are, the better we are. We are a business about people; we just happen to do great events.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an ambitious and detail‑oriented Finance Apprentice to join our team and gain hands‑on experience across the finance function.

Join our 18-month finance apprenticeship programme and gain hands‑on experience across two key areas of the finance team. Over the course of the programme, you'll rotate through Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, building a strong understanding of how finance supports the business. Accounts Receivable / Credit Control.

• Support the management of customer accounts and help keep payments on track.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and build relationships with customers to resolve queries.
• Work closely with operational teams to provide financial updates and insights.
• Assist with cash allocation and account reconciliations.

Accounts Payable:

• Process and code supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies.
• Support weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Help maintain accurate financial records and ensure supplier queries are resolved promptly.

Throughout the programme, you'll develop practical finance skills, gain exposure to different areas of the business, and build confidence working with financial data, systems, and stakeholders. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their career in finance and gain experience in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.

• On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you may be offered a permanent role in one of the finance teams.
• You’ll also have the opportunity to continue your studying towards a higher qualification (such as CIMA, ACCA or ACA).

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Organisation skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

• Essential - GCSE
  - Maths - 9-4
• Essential - GCSE
  - English - 9-4
• Essential - A Level
  - Any x 3 - A-C

Course: Assistant accountant (level
3)

Level: 3

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Week: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: KAPLAN FINANCIAL LIMITED