AAT Level 4 Accounting Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, one day a week during the daytime. The course runs over 51 weeks, giving you time to build advanced accounting skills alongside other commitments. You'll cover financial statements, management accounting, budgeting, and internal controls. Optional units let you specialise in areas such as tax or auditing. To enrol, you'll need to have completed the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, ideally at merit or above. On completion, you can apply for full AAT membership (MAAT) with relevant work experience.
Who this course is for
Ready to take your accounting skills to the next level? This AAT Level 4 course covers advanced accounting tasks like drafting financial statements and managing budgets. It's perfect if you've completed Levels 2 and 3 and want to specialise in areas like tax or auditing. On successful completion, you'll gain the AAT Accounting Qualification and, with relevant work experience, can become a full AAT member (MAAT). This course will equip you for senior finance roles and boost your earning potential.
Entry requirements
You must have completed the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, ideally merit or above. You will also need to complete a literacy and numeracy screening assessment if you have not achieved GCSE mathematics and English at grade C or equivalent. The entrance requirement is Level 2 or above. You must have basic digital skills, for example, Microsoft Office Please note as a Level 4 course all learners are subject to a 6 week trial period which requires 100% attendance, adherence to course document
What you will learn
You'll draft and interpret financial statements to professional standards.
You'll apply management accounting techniques, including budgeting and cost analysis.
You'll develop knowledge of internal controls and how they protect organisations.
You'll analyse cost behaviour and use standard costing in decision-making.
You'll choose optional specialist units in areas such as tax or auditing.
You'll develop your understanding of ethics and strategic thinking in finance.
How you will learn
Classes run on Wednesdays, 9:30am to 5pm, at Parkshot. You'll learn through classroom teaching, covering both compulsory and optional units. Assessment is by AAT-set exams and coursework tasks. Tuition and exam fees apply. You'll also complete a literacy and numeracy screening assessment if you don't hold GCSE Maths and English at grade C or equivalent.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start. You'll need basic digital skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assistant Accountant: supporting financial reporting and management accounts
Finance Officer: managing budgets and financial records in an organisation
Management Accountant: analysing costs and advising on business decisions
Accounts Payable or Receivable Supervisor: overseeing transactional finance teams
Tax Technician: preparing and submitting tax returns for clients or employers
Internal Auditor: reviewing financial controls and compliance within organisations
What you could study next
ACCA Qualification: the level 4 aat accounting qualification gives you exemptions from some ACCA exams, moving you toward chartered accountant status.
CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting: another chartered route with AAT exemptions, focused on management accounting.
ACA (ICAEW): AAT members can apply for exemptions, opening a path to chartered accountancy in practice or industry.
