What job could I get with the AAT Foundation Award in Accounting Software Level 2 online course?

The second qualification in the AAT Access Award in Accounting Software will provide a logical pathway for you work towards a job as a bookkeeper, using computerised accounting software. You'll comfortably demonstrate your knowledge in Sage 50 to Sage standards and in a business context. 

With the skills gained in this Foundation Award in Accounting Software (Level 2), new career opportunities could include:

•    Clerical Assistant
•    Bookkeeper
•    Accounts Clerk
•    Finance Assistant
•    Accounts Administrator

Business owners will also find this course beneficial. You'll be able to keep your own books, as well as improve the running of your business. Accountants will be able to accurately report and provide essential information to HMRC for VAT returns.

What can you expect from a job in Bookkeeping?

Bookkeeping careers tend to experience healthy job security and are fairly well paid, making it a popular career choice for both new entrants into the marketplace and with individuals looking for a career change. 

Bookkeeping responsibilities will vary by role, but often include:

•    Overseeing budgets
•    Preparing bills and invoices
•    Managing payroll
•    Completing purchase orders
•    Auditing financial information

Whilst salaries vary by industry, sector and role, a bookkeeper can expect to earn between £15,000 and £32,000 a year, with a UK industry average of £23,000 a year. 

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Why study this AAT qualification with e-Careers

With over 500,000 learners in 50 countries, we know that we have built an eLearning solution which is globally recognised and respected. We’re a professional, award-winning company, trusted by some of the world’s largest organisations, including Sachi & Sachi, the NHS, American Express and more!

We are a Sage Certified organisation, offering an official course with a Sage assessment and certificate at the end of the course. This means you will earn a Sage certificate, while gaining practice for the actual AAT exam, meaning you have a higher chance of passing it. 

Other benefits include:

•    AAT subscription fee worth £48 included in the cost
•    An average course completion time of 6-8 months (access for 12 months)
•    180 days of access to Sage 50 Accounts Professional software
•    Continued tutor support throughout the duration of your course
•    An average pass rate of 93.7%
•    Gain two qualifications in just one course

With this course you will also:

•    Become familiar with Sage 50 Accounts Professional software
•    Complete mock assessments to test your knowledge as you work through learning materials
•    Receive ongoing tutor support

Enquire now to enrol on the Access Award in Accounting Software (Level 2).

*Sage software is only compatible with a Windows PC or Laptop. This software is not compatible with Apple Mac’s (unless Boot Camp is installed).

What are the AAT Foundation Award in Accounting Software Level 2 course modules?

•    Opening Balances and Journals
•    Sales and Purchase Ledgers Transactions
•    Bank and Petty Cash Transactions
•    The Trial Balance and Data Security

What else will the AAT Foundation Award in Accounting Software (Level 2) course cover?

Once you have completed the AAT Foundation Award in Accounting Software (Level 2) you will feel more confident in your accounting abilities. Some other benefits include:

•    Learning how to use Sage 50 accounting software
•    Becoming proficient in setting up the accounting software
•    Studying how to process sales and purchase transactions
•    Learning how to process bank and cash transactions
•    Becoming confident in ensuring that VAT is posted to the correct account
•    Learning to effectively perform period end routine tasks
•    Discovering how to produce professional reports for customers and suppliers (and from the general ledger)

AAT Exams – Update

AAT exams and assessments are now open again from Monday 29^th June 2020.

We're pleased to confirm that AAT assessments will be available again from Monday 29 June 2020, since their suspension due to Covid-19, on the 22^nd March 2020.

Based on current information and guidance provided by the Government to help businesses get back on track, the AAT intends to make assessments available from 29^th June 2020.

Advice

Social distancing guidance

The AAT expect all training providers and assessment venues to act responsibly and ensure they adhere to all government rules and guidelines in relation to social distancing when offering AAT assessments on site. We'll be providing more guidance around social distancing in the coming weeks.

Synoptic windows revised

Synoptic window dates have now been confirmed for the remainder of the year and include additional dates to help with planning and potential capacity issues due to social distancing restrictions. Full details can be found here.

In summary, these are:

Advanced Diploma in Accounting - Level 3 (Level 6 in Scotland) Synoptic

– week commencing 13 July, 20 July, 17 August, 14 September, 12 October, 7 December

Professional Diploma in Accounting - Level 4 (Level 8 in Scotland) Synoptic

– week commencing 6 July, 13 July, 24 August, 21 September, 19 October, 14 December

Level 2 synoptic assessments

In agreement with Ofqual, the UK qualifications regulator, the AAT has announced the intention to issue calculated results for eligible students studying the Foundation Certificate in Accounting - Level 2 (Level 5 in Scotland) and Foundation Diploma in Accounting and Business (Level 2).

Results will be issued to students on 13 August and, because of this exercise, we are unable to make the Level 2 synoptic assessment available until after these results are released.

The next Level 2 synoptic window will start in the week commencing 17 August.

Full details on the revised synoptic windows can be found here.

AAT Foundation Award in Accounting Software Level 2 Exams

The AAT require all students to join as a student member but don’t worry, the membership fee is something we have included for free in our courses! Just be sure to register as a student member within 14 days of your course start date please. This registration allows you to sit any necessary exams and take advantage of the support and resources available. 

Please note, exams fees are not included in the price and will cost approximately £60-85 per exam, depending on the exam centre.