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Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Barking – KBM Training And Recruitment Barking – Weekend

CostFREE
Duration9 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceWeekend
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 3 Accounting Course in Barking. Weekend classes run at KBM Training And Recruitment Barking, so you can study on Saturdays or Sundays without giving up your working week. This free AAT accounting course typically takes 9 months to complete. You'll build the accounting and finance knowledge that employers look for, covering areas like tax, credit management, and financial statements. GCSEs at a good level are required, and you should be in a relevant job role to complete all units. The level 3 AAT accounting qualification is a recognised step in a professional accounting career.

Who this course is for

KBM Training and Recruitment with the collaboration of KBM Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Auditors and Institute of Financial Accountants, offers accounting work experience and AAT qualifications.

This course is for anyone who would like to get into or move on to their career in accounting and finance.

Entry requirements

GCSE at good levels and in relevant job role to be able to complete all units required

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to prepare financial statements for sole traders and partnerships.
  • You'll develop skills in management accounting, including budgeting and cost analysis.
  • You'll understand how to apply VAT regulations and complete VAT returns.
  • You'll learn how to manage credit, assess risk, and chase debt effectively.
  • You'll build knowledge of payroll processes and payroll legislation.
  • You'll practise using accounting software to record and report financial data.
  • You'll understand ethical principles and professional standards in accounting.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at the Barking centre on weekends. Learning is delivered through tutor-led instruction, with tutors identifying your strengths and areas to develop as you progress. Assessment is through AAT examinations set by the awarding body. You'll sit computer-based tests for each unit, which you can schedule when you're ready. Practical accounting work experience is also built into the programme to support your exam learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. KBM Training And Recruitment Barking will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant. Entry-level role recording and processing financial transactions.
  • Payroll administrator. Processing employee pay, deductions, and HMRC submissions.
  • Credit controller. Managing debt, chasing payments, and assessing customer risk.
  • Tax assistant. Supporting tax compliance and VAT returns for businesses.
  • Finance assistant. Supporting day-to-day financial operations in an organisation.
  • Senior bookkeeper. Overseeing bookkeeping records and reconciliations.
  • Accounts payable clerk. Processing supplier invoices and managing payments out.
  • Audit trainee. Supporting internal or external audit work under supervision.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting. The natural next step after Level 3. Covers financial statements, budgeting, and tax at a more advanced level, and opens the door to AAT full membership.
  • ACCA or CIMA qualifications. Once you hold the AAT Level 4, you may be eligible for exemptions on the early papers of ACCA or CIMA, moving toward chartered accountant status.
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