Turn financial data into business insight

ACCA Finance Analyst Apprenticeship Level 3

If you want to strengthen the way your organisation uses financial data, this apprenticeship equips employees with the skills to analyse, interpret, and present information with confidence. Your teams will gain the ability to turn raw numbers into clear insights that drive smarter decisions and support business growth.

Alongside core financial reporting and accounting principles, learners will build practical skills in Excel, databases, and digital tools. We also help them develop the critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication capabilities needed to add real value, improve accuracy, and support strategic decision-making across your business.

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Why choose Kaplan?

Unique programme design

This programme uniquely combines essential data skills with core accountancy knowledge.

High-demand technologies

Apprentices will learn essential skills using technologies and programming languages such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI.

Immersive, hands-on learning

Small, interactive classes support personalised learning, with simulated labs to build and test practical data analysis skills.

Confident, capable employees

100% of business analyst apprentices report increased confidence applying their skills in the workplace*.

* Data taken from Q1 2025 post-apprenticeship and career progression report.

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Who it’s for

A data-centric finance analyst, specifically trained through the ACCA Finance Analyst apprenticeship, supports wider teams and implements efficiencies through insightful financial analysis. This apprenticeship is ideal for:

New starters looking for an alternative to traditional routes into accountancy.
Existing employees taking on a more data-centric role within a finance function.

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How your organisation benefits

This programme is uniquely designed to develop practical, applied data skills alongside core finance knowledge.

Combined expertise from essential data skills and core accountancy knowledge.

Builds modern accounting skills to enhance financial reporting and analysis.

Drives operational efficiency by enabling learners to support teams with financial insights.

Support career progression and boosts staff retention.

Applies learning and measurable impact to your organisation.

Testimonials

Helping organisations bridge the digital divide to prepare employees for a tech-driven future by empowering you and your team to build a workforce aligned with your objectives.

We have found that [apprentices] quickly integrate into our existing team and start making valuable contributions.

Richard Bradley

Head of IT Transformation

If we can grow and develop our skills in our current colleagues to meet the requirements of our organisation, that means we’ve got people in the right space so recruitment costs are mitigated.

Sharon Morgan

Apprenticeship Development Manager

Results that matter

9/10

employers report that Kaplan's apprenticeships align well with their business needs.

3,000+

clients trust Kaplan to deliver training, helping to bridge the digital gap.

96%

of Kaplan apprentices report applying the skills gained in their day-to-day work.

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