AAT Level 4 Accounting Course. Work-based training at your workplace. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, so the course may be free for some learners and fees may apply for others. You study while working in an accounting role, applying your learning directly on the job. The course covers Financial Statements, Management Accounting, Personal Tax, Business Tax, and Internal Controls. It typically takes 13 months to complete. You'll need AAT Level 3 or equivalent to join, though relevant academic experience at an appropriate level may also be considered. A level 4 aat accounting qualification that opens doors to senior accounting and payroll roles.
Who this course is for
AAT Level 4 Diploma in Accounting is the advanced level of the AAT qualification and offers technical training in accounting. It provides students with specialist knowledge and skills to gain employment in an accounting role and/or the opportunity to progress to further qualifications in accountancy or a related field.
Level 4 Learners study Financial Statements, Management Accounting, Personal Tax, Business Tax, Internal Controls and Accounting Systems. They are equipped to undertake the following job roles: Accounts Assistant; Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor, Accounts Payable Clerk; Assistant Accountant; Audit Trainee; Bookkeeper; Corporate Recovery Analyst; Credit Controller; Finance Assistant; Insolvency Executive; Payroll Administrator; Payroll Supervisor; Practice Bookkeeper and Payroll; Tax Assistant.
Entry requirements
Applicants should have attained AAT Level 3 or equivalent. Consideration will also be given for entry for those with non-relevant achievement at an appropriate academic level.
What you will learn
You'll prepare financial statements for limited companies and other organisations.
You'll apply management accounting techniques to support business decisions.
You'll calculate and report personal tax liabilities.
You'll calculate and report business tax liabilities.
You'll evaluate and document internal controls and accounting systems.
You'll develop the specialist knowledge needed for senior accounting roles.
How you will learn
You learn through work-based study, applying accounting skills directly in your job role. Assessment is through a combination of computer-based exams set by AAT and a synoptic project that draws together your knowledge across the qualification. Each unit is assessed separately, and you work through them at a pace that fits your employment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. White Horse Training will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Management accountant, producing reports for business decisions
Payroll manager, overseeing payroll processing and compliance
Tax technician, preparing personal and business tax returns
Finance officer, managing budgets and financial controls
Assistant accountant, supporting senior finance teams
Bookkeeper, maintaining accurate financial records
What you could study next
ACCA Qualification: the globally recognised route for those aiming to become a chartered certified accountant. AAT Level 4 gives you exemptions from some ACCA exams.
CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting: a management accounting route for those moving into finance business partnering.
AAT also offers direct membership once you complete Level 4, giving you MAAT status and the right to practise as an accounting technician.
