Association of Accounting Technician Level 2 - Diploma in Accounting and Business

Diploma in Accounting and Business

Level 2 Diploma in Accounting and Business is the introductory level of the AAT Accounting Qualification. This qualification offers technical training in accounting and provides specialist knowledge and skills to gain employment in an accounting role and/or the opportunity to progress to further qualification in accountancy or a related field.

At this intermediate level, you’ll master more complex financial processes, including final accounts for sole traders and partnerships, reports and returns and professional ethics.

What you’ll learn
The introductory level consists of 10 units:
1. Processing bookkeeping transactions
2. Control accounts, journals and the banking system
3. Basic costing
4. Work effectively in accounting and finance
5. Computerised accounting
6. Applied business communications and personal skills
7. Spreadsheet software
8. Developing study skills
9. Introduction to payroll systems
10. Computerised payroll skills


What sort of job could I expect after completing the intermediate level?
Accounts Administrator
Accounts Assistant
Accounts Payable Clerk
Bookkeeper
Payroll Administrator
Payroll Officer
Purchase/Sales Ledger Clerk
Tax Assistant/Trainee
Trainee Accounts Technician


What's my potential salary?
After completing the introductory level of the AAT Accounting Qualification your typical salary range will be between £8,320 to £24,000.

This salary range is taken from AAT’s 2013 Salary Survey for people working full-time. The range represents the middle 75% at this level of the qualification.