AAT Level 2 Certificate (Part Time Day)

23523W0 | Parson's Walk Centre, Wigan
Start Date | 09/02/2024
Time/Day | 10:30 - 16:00 FRI

Is this course for me?

You should study for this qualification, if you would like to work as an accounts assistant in a manual or computerised accounting environment.
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What will I study?

The AAT Foundation Stage accounts programme consists of: processing bookkeeping transactions, control accounts, journals and the banking system, basic costing and computerised accounting.

How long is the course?

This is a one year, part time course, covering four hours per week in class and two hours a week studying from home.

How will I be assessed?

By computerised external assessment.

What qualifications do I need?

Students will be required to have GCSE Grade D / 3 in English and Maths.

What can I progress onto?

You may progress onto AAT Intermediate and Technician levels and ultimately membership of the AAT (MAAT).

Other Information

The Association of Accounting Technicians is recognised by leading accounting institutions: the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAEW), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), the Association of Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Course Fees

16-18 Year Olds 19+ year olds Free for eligible learners? Is Loan Available?
£632.50 Yes No

Exam Fee

£434.00
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Chartered and Certified Accountants

Jobholders in this unit group provide accounting and auditing services, advise clients on financial matters, collect and analyse financial information and perform other accounting duties required by management for the planning and control of an establishment’s income and expenditure.

Requirements: Honours, Bachelor's degree

Opportunities

6.3%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£23,140
Entry
£47,925
Median
£85,517
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Conducts investigations and advises management on financial aspects of productivity, stock holding, sales, new products, etc.
  • Prepares periodic accounts, budgetary reviews and financial forecasts.
  • Liaises with management and other professionals to compile budgets and other costs.
  • Evaluates financial information for management purposes.
  • Conducts financial investigations concerning insolvency, fraud, possible mergers, etc..
  • Prepares tax returns, advises on tax problems and contests disputed claim before tax official.
  • Audits accounts and book-keeping records.
  • Prepares financial documents and reports for management, shareholders, statutory or other bodies.
  • Plans and oversees implementation of accountancy system and policies.

Knowledge

Clerical Mathematics Economics and Accounting English Language Customer and Personal Service Computers and Electronics Law and Government Personnel and Human Resources

Skills

Monitoring Mathematics Active Listening Active Learning Critical Thinking Learning Strategies Reading Comprehension Speaking Writing
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Financial and Accounting Technicians

Financial and accounting technicians work alongside accountants and other financial professionals in managing the financial affairs of organisations.

Requirements: Level 3 NVQ; A Levels

Opportunities

6.79%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£22,431
Entry
£46,859
Median
£88,742
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Monitors accounting systems to determine accounts are being maintained effectively and provides information on accounting practices to auditors.
  • Ensures invoices and payments are correct and sent out on time.
  • Liaises with clients to ensure that payments are made on time and credit limits are not exceeded.
  • Produces, collates and reports financial information for managers.
  • Maintains profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flow forecasts and other accounting records.

Knowledge

Clerical Mathematics Economics and Accounting Computers and Electronics English Language Customer and Personal Service

Skills

Critical Thinking Active Learning Active Listening Mathematics Reading Comprehension Writing Learning Strategies Speaking
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Book-keepers, Payroll Managers and Wages Clerks

Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks maintain and balance records of financial transactions, oversee the operation of payroll functions and calculate hours worked, wages due and other relevant contributions and deductions.

Requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Opportunities

5.13%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£10,418
Entry
£27,451
Median
£50,819
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Calculates costs and overheads and prepares analyses for management.
  • Compiles schedules and distributes or arranges distribution of wages and salaries.
  • Processes holiday, sick and maternity pay and travel and subsistence expenses.
  • Calculates and records hours worked, wages due, deductions and voluntary contributions.
  • Supervises payroll team and develops payroll systems and procedures.
  • Prepares provisional balances and reconciles these with appropriate accounts.
  • Records and checks accuracy of daily financial transactions.

Knowledge

Clerical Customer and Personal Service Mathematics Administration and Management English Language Economics and Accounting Personnel and Human Resources

Skills

Active Listening Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking Speaking Learning Strategies Writing Mathematics Active Learning Monitoring
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Finance Officers

Finance officers oversee book-keeping, general accounting and other financial and related clerical functions mainly within local government and a variety of public sector organisations.

Requirements: Certificate

Opportunities

2.29%
RISE in employment in 5 years

What could you earn

£16,412
Entry
£27,526
Median
£47,204
Potential

Typical Tasks

  • Coordinates the activities and resources of finance departments.
  • Plans work schedules and assigns tasks to financial clerks.
  • Prepares or arranges the preparation of financial reports for managers.
  • Oversees the recording and checking of daily financial transactions, the preparation of provisional balances and reconciliation of accounts.

Knowledge

Clerical Administration and Management Mathematics Economics and Accounting Computers and Electronics Customer and Personal Service English Language Personnel and Human Resources Law and Government

Skills

Active Listening Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking Speaking Learning Strategies Writing Mathematics Active Learning Monitoring
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