Description
Build professional accounting and taxation expertise that supports business performance
Develop the technical knowledge, professional behaviours and practical experience needed to succeed in accounting and taxation roles while gaining an industry-recognised qualification.
Example pathway ICAEW (for other qualification breakdowns please download the Key Facts document)
Key facts
- Level: 4
- Duration: Typically 18–24 months learning, followed by end-point assessment
- Delivery: Online with supported learning
- Assessment: End-point assessment and professional qualification assessments
- Start dates: Bi-Monthly
- Qualifications Earned: Professional Accounting or Taxation Technician Apprenticeship, plus AAT, ACCA, ATT, CIMA or ICAEW pathway qualifications (depending on route selected)
Who it’s for
You do not need to be a qualified accountant to apply.
This programme is a good fit if you:
- Work in a finance, accounting, taxation or business support role
- Want to gain a recognised professional qualification
- Need to strengthen your understanding of financial processes and controls
- Are looking to progress within finance or taxation careers
- Have support from your line manager to commit to 3 hours of weekly webinars and 3 hours of in-role development
What you’ll be doing
This is not just classroom learning. You’ll apply your learning directly to your role.
- Creating and reviewing financial information
- Supporting accounting and taxation activities
- Applying professional and ethical standards
- Developing accurate reporting and financial analysis skills
- Building evidence of competence through workplace projects
- Managing compliance with financial and regulatory requirements
What you’ll learn
You’ll build practical, industry-recognised capabilities including:
- Financial accounting principles
- Management accounting techniques
- Taxation fundamentals
- Professional ethics and compliance
- Financial reporting
- Business awareness
- Problem solving and decision making
- Communication with stakeholders
- Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours required by the apprenticeship standard
Where this could lead
Continue your professional development through:
- Higher-level accounting and finance qualifications
- Professional membership with AAT, ACCA, ATT, CIMA or ICAEW
Important funding information
Due to funding regulations, your business area will need to fund registration costs, professional examination fees, any resit costs and any travel expenses incurred when attending a BPP centre.
Not sure if this is right for you?
We’ll help you find the right fit.
PCDP@bpp.com