AAT Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 3)

What is the AAT Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping?

The Level 3 Bookkeeping Advanced Certificate course has been designed with experienced Bookkeepers in mind. This course would suit those looking to become accredited in Bookkeeping and gain the skills required for senior-level job roles.

Alongside your current experience, this course will add in-depth knowledge in double-entry bookkeeping, financial statements and an intermediate level in accounting spreadsheets and software.

Upon completion of this course, you’ll have AAT Bookkeeper status, allowing you to use the designatory AATQB letters after your name, showing employers that you are both qualified and accredited and enable you to submit the final balance for a business of any size.

This course is ideal for anyone looking to achieve professional AAT Bookkeeper status, AATQB.

This course includes a the AAT Subscription Fee worth £44

Key features of the course

Delivery Method: Online & Books
Exam: Available via Awarding Body
Tutor Support Included
Course Access: 12 months
91.7% Pass rate
Fully accredited course materials
Includes AAT subscription
Includes Study Guide for Each Module

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Who is this course suitable for?

Will the AAT Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 3) Course be right for me?

This course is ideal for those who have already undertaken the AAT Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 2) and looking to gain further skills and knowledge suitable for senior roles in Bookkeeping.

If you have not completed the Level 2 in Bookkeeping course but are interested in progressing onto Level 3, we suggest enrolling on our AAT Level 2 Certificate & Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping package, where both courses are available in one package.

This course would benefit you if:

You’re considering becoming an independent Bookkeeper
You want to be a vital part of an accounts or finance team
You’re looking to become an accredited, highly skilled Bookkeeper
You’re self-employed and looking to do your own bookkeeping

Course accreditation

AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the UK’s largest qualification and membership body for vocational Accountants and Bookkeepers, with over 140,000 members. Their qualifications represent some of the highest standards available to accountants, ensuring you receive both professionalism and expert knowledge in accounting principles. AAT accreditation is the most recognised accounting awarding body by employers, giving you a competitive advantage in the job market.

Where could this course take you next?

How could the AAT Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping Level 3 qualification advance my career?

This course will take your knowledge of Bookkeeping to the next level and enhance your career opportunities.

Once you have successfully passed the AAT Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping, you will be eligible for AAT Bookkeeper (AATQB) status. This will give you the opportunity to achieve Associate bookkeeping membership with AAT and have the designatory AATQB letters after your name.

The skills developed throughout this course could help you move into the following careers:

Bookkeeper
Senior Bookkeeper
Accounts Manager
Ledger Manager

General Bookkeeping Responsibilities & Salary

What can I expect from a job in Bookkeeping?

As a Bookkeeper you’ll be responsible for a few different areas of the business, including:

Recording transactions (income and outgoings)
Processing payments
Conducting daily banking activities
Producing various financial reports
Reconciling reports to third-party records such as bank statements.

Salaries range by industry, sector and role, however, industry averages of a Senior Bookkeeper are between £16,000 and £32,000 a year, with a UK average of £27,000 a year.

Why choose e-Careers?

Why should I study the AAT Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 3) Course with e-Careers?

AAT Subscription fee worth £44 included!
Validate your bookkeeping expertise with a certification from the UK’s biggest finance qualification provider
Expert tutor support is available from an AAT expert for thorough, one-to-one guidance throughout your course duration
12-month access to course content
Self-paced study means you complete the course in your own time

Course Overview and Syllabus

What are the AAT Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 3) course modules?

This course covers three key Bookkeeping modules: Advanced Bookkeeping, Final Accounts Preparation and Indirect Tax. These three modules will cover a range of topics, including:

Principles of advanced double-entry bookkeeping
Procedures for the acquisition and disposal of non-current assets
Depreciation calculations
Period-end adjustments
Reporting VAT-related information within the organisation in accordance with regulatory and organisational requirement, and more!

AAT Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping exams

The AAT require all students to join as a student member but don’t worry, we cover that cost for you! Just be sure to register as a student member within 14 days of your course start date, which will enable you to access additional content and sit all necessary exams.

Exams fees are approximately £60-85 per exam depending on the exam centre.