Level 4 Professional Accounting Technician Standard

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Master the Future of Finance: Advance with Level 4 Professional Accounting/Taxation Apprenticeship

The Level 4 Professional Accounting/Taxation Apprenticeship Standard is designed to equip aspiring finance professionals with the advanced skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic world of accounting and taxation. This programme is ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers in finance, offering a blend of practical experience and theoretical learning.

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Duration

18-Months

Qualification

Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting

Learning Style

Live online training and content 

Mandatory Units

Applied Management Accounting

Drafting & Interpreting Financial Statements

Internal Accounting Systems & Controls

Optional Units

Personal Tax

Business Tax

Audit & Assurance

Cash & Financial Management

Credit & Debt Management

Apprenticeship Duties

Every apprenticeship requires learners to develop and gain new knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs). Over the Level 4 Professional Accounting/Taxation Apprenticeship programme, learners will develop against the following KSBs:

Skills

Technical Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Communication

IT and Digital Competency

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Knowledge

Regulatory Environment

Financial Accounting and Reporting

Management Accounting

Taxation

Audit and Assurance

Business Awareness

Ethical Standards

Behaviours

Professionalism
Attention to Detail
Adaptability
Team Collaboration
Continuous Improvement

End-Point Assessment

Synoptic Assessment

Portfolio & Reflective Discussion

Learning Journey

  • Months 1-3: Advanced Knowledge and Skills Integration

    Unit: Applied Management Accounting

    Dive into advanced management accounting, focusing on budgeting, cost management, and performance measurement. Enhance your problem-solving and analytical skills through practical exercises, building on Level 3 knowledge. This unit covers key areas in management accounting and financial reporting, addressing essential KSBs such as management accounting and financial accounting (knowledge), problem-solving and analytical skills (skills), and professionalism and attention to detail (behaviours).

  • Months 4–6: Practical Application and Financial Mastery

    Unit: Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements

    Master the preparation and interpretation of complex financial statements. Develop proficiency in financial analysis and reporting standards, and enhance your communication skills for effectively conveying financial information to stakeholders. This phase covers crucial KSBs including financial accounting and reporting (knowledge), technical proficiency and communication (skills), and attention to detail and professionalism (behaviours).

  • Months 7-9: Strengthening Internal Controls and Compliance

    Unit: Internal Controls and Audit Processes

    Learn to implement robust internal control systems and assist in audit documentation and reconciliations. Focus on safeguarding against suspicious activities, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and enhancing your knowledge in audit and regulatory environments. Key KSBs in this phase include audit and assurance and regulatory environment (knowledge), analytical skills and problem-solving (skills), and professionalism and adaptability (behaviours).

  • Months 10–12: Specialisation and Strategic Insight

    Unit: Optional Unit 1

    Choose an optional unit such as corporate finance, forensic accounting, digital accounting, or cyber security. Deepen your expertise in these areas, preparing for advanced roles in accounting and finance. This unit addresses KSBs that vary based on the optional unit chosen, with a focus on IT and digital competency and technical proficiency (skills), and adaptability and continuous improvement (behaviours).

  • Months 13–15: Professional Development and Optional Units

    Unit: Optional Unit 2

    Select a second optional unit to further customise your learning journey. Continue to gain advanced skills in another key area of interest, focusing on personal effectiveness and continuous professional development. This phase also covers KSBs that vary based on the optional unit, emphasising project management, IT and digital competency (skills), and continuous improvement and team collaboration (behaviours)

  • Months 16–18: End-Point Assessment (EPA)

    Professional Development and Final Preparation

    Prepare for the End-Point Assessment (EPA) by consolidating all your learning. Develop a comprehensive portfolio, receive feedback from mentors, and get ready for the final evaluation, which includes a structured interview, a multiple-choice test, and a portfolio review. This final phase ensures a comprehensive review of all units (knowledge), communication and technical proficiency (skills), and professionalism and attention to detail (behaviours)

Want to find out more

To get detailed information and comprehensive guidance on the Level 4 Professional Accounting/Taxation Technician Apprenticeship, download our full course material . This resource will provide you with everything you need to excel in your apprenticeship and develop essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours for a successful career in finance.

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