Welcome to KBM Training & Recruitment

KBM Training and Recruitment is a leading training provider specialising in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Audit and Business Administration. We provide hands-on training under the supervision of chartered accountants in real business environment in collaboration with KBM Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Auditors, a recognised partner of the ACCA (global body for professional accountants) and an ACCA Approved Employer at Gold Level. .........

We offer flexible delivery & timetables to suit your needs delivering one-to-one hand-on training. We are committed to provide specialist knowledge and professionalism; our training programmes include extensive use of modern accounting software like Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, SAPA, SAGE Compliance, Excel, Xero and Sage One.

We are accredited by AAT, NCFE and OCR (Oxford Cambridge & RSA). We also provide non accredited training programmes from fundamental to professional skills level and have helped thousands of candidates in Training, Employment and Further Education.

We also deliver public funding projects including European Social Fund (ESF), Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), Department for Education (DfE), Local Government and EU Erasmus+. The programmes include Traineeships, Apprenticeships, NEET, Adult Education Budget, Advanced Learning Loans, Erasmus+ (KA1 & KA2) and Employability programmes for Local Authorities. In addition, we provide pre-employment training & support, work placements, vocational skills & retraining, advice on an interview, CV writing, job search, etc.

We are on the ESFA RoATP (Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers) with an Outstanding Grade – UKPRN # 10045412

We are Matrix Certified for Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to help individuals progress into employment & develop career potential to gain the skills and qualifications they need to get jobs and further education.

Working closely with employers, we ensure that our training programmes match their business priorities. Setting clear objectives ensures our learners have a positive attitude to learning and enjoy their programmes while making good progress.

Job oriented accredited practical accountancy training

KBM will prepare you to perform specific job roles in accounting and bookkeeping effectively. You will gain knowledge and learn job-specific skills. Our job-specific training enhances digital accounting capability where our in-house industry experts and chartered accountants help you. You will gain comprehensive training in computerised accounting software like Sage 50, Sage One, Sage Payroll, Sage CIS, IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks and MS Excel. Our programmes are unique and flexible. We provide both classroom and online learning options; our timetables suit your lifestyle. We also help provide supervised experience to meet Practical Experience Requirement (PER) for AAT, ACCA, CIMA and CIPFA.

Bookkeeper and Payroll Administrator Training

Suitable for job roles Sales/Purchase Ledger Clerk | Payroll Administrator | Accounts Payable/Receivable

Accounts Assistant Practical Training

Suitable for job roles Accounts/Finance Assistant | Credit Controller | Junior/Assistant Accountant | Finance Officer

Financial Accountant Practical Training

Suitable for job roles Accountant| Accounts/Finance Manager | Financial Analyst | Management/Tax Accountant

Credit Controller Practical Training

Suitable for job roles Accounts/Finance Assistant | Credit Controller | Junior/Assistant Accountant | Finance Officer

Management Accountant Practical Training

Suitable for job roles Sales/Purchase Ledger Clerk | Payroll Administrator | Accounts Payable/Receivable

Auditor Practical Training

Suitable for job roles Accountant | Accounts/Finance Manager| Financial Analyst | Management/Tax Accountant

AAT qualifications

Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is popular among employers and recognised globally; it has three levels (foundation, advanced and professional). AAT is a professional membership awarding body for accounting and bookkeeping technicians. The AAT qualifications are employers' choice, focused on the industry standard for accounting, bookkeeping and financial job roles. At KBM, we are an approved and promoted training provider from the AAT. KBM is preparing thousands of students, professionals and businesses each year. You will gain AAT qualifications through the blended method (study & practical) under the leadership of highly qualified accountants; they will help you prepare for exams as well.

AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping

This qualification prepares you for entry-level and junior accountancy roles. This Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping delivers a solid foundation in finance administration, covering areas such as basic costing principles, double-entry bookkeeping, as well as the use of accounting software.

AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting

This Level 2 Certificate in Accounting prepares you for entry-level and junior accountancy roles. This certificate delivers a solid foundation in finance administration, covering areas such as basic costing principles, as well as personal skills in business communication.

AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping

This AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping will prepare your career towards the accounting industry. This Certificate in Bookkeeping has a wide range of dynamic accounting processes, returns and maintenance of cost accounting statements.

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

This AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting will prepare your career towards the accounting industry. This Diploma in Accounting has a wide range of dynamic accounting processes, including preparation of reports, returns and maintenance of cost accounting statements.

AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting

The Professional Diploma in accounting covers higher accounting tasks including managing budgets, drafting financial statements and evaluating financial performance. The qualification also includes optional specialist units in external auditing, personal tax, business tax and cash / treasury management. Upon successful completion, you can achieve the prestigious full AAT membership with the professional title and status of MAAT.

AAT and IFA qualifications with practical training

KBM offers you unique blended qualifications and practical accountancy training. We blend our training programmes with AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) and IFA (International Financial Accountants). The solution will prepare you as a job-ready candidate to perform multiple accounting job roles. The AAT and IFA have worldwide recognition. Both AAT and IFA are a member of the International Federation of Accountant (IFAC). Our high-calibre teachers and qualified accountants will help you through practical, real-world accounting knowledge and skills you use from day one. The programme also includes practical training on Sage 50, Sage One, Sage Payroll, Sage CIS, IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks and MS Excel.

AAT Level 2 with Bookkeeper Payroll Administrator Training

Suitable for job roles Accounts/Finance Assistant | Credit Controller | Junior/Assistant Accountant | Finance Officer

AAT Level 3 with Accounts Assistant Practical Training

Suitable for job roles Sales/Purchase Ledger Clerk | Payroll Administrator | Accounts Payable/Receivable

AAT Level 4 with Accountant Practical Training

Suitable for job roles Accountant | Accounts/Finance Manager | Financial Analyst | Management/Tax Accountant

Accountancy software training and certifications

At KBM, alongside learning computerised accounting, we will help you obtain certifications like Sage Certified Advisor, QuickBook Certified ProAdvisor, and Xero Certified Advisor.
Sage Certified Advisor: We have developed our training programmes directly with Sage UK to form their Accredited Qualification Programme.
QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor: It's not only about passing exams, but it is an entirely new training level and expertise you need to thrive in accounting and finance 'year after year'.
Xero Certified Advisor: We will help you in becoming Xero Certified. KBM is an official Xero partner. Xero certification will enhance your knowledge and skills of the UK's leading cloud accounting software.

Other accredited qualifications

KBM help you in completing the qualifications accredited by AAT, IFA, Skillsfirst and NCFE lead towards professional qualifications, memberships and registration with accounting bodies.
Alongside, we offer hands-on training on accounting software like Sage 50, Sage One, Sage Payroll, Sage CIS, IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks and MS Excel.
AAT is the UK's leading professional accounting body with global members in over 90 countries worldwide. The ACCA, CIPFA, ICAEW, CIMA and ICAS sponsors the AAT.
IFA is an international accountancy membership body. The IFA endorses KBM practical training programmes.
Skillsfirst is an awarding and end-point assessment organisation.
NCFE offers vocational and academic courses to tackle the skills gaps.

NCFE Business Qualifications

NCFE Level 1 Certificate and NCFE Level 2 & 3 Diploma in Business Administration | NCFE Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration

OCR Business Qualifications

Diploma in Business Accounting Practice | Audit Practice & Tax Practice Level 4 | Diploma in Management Consulting Practice Level 4

English Functional Skills

This is an entry level Foundation English language qualification ideal for learners to develop practical and transferable skills in English.

Math Functional Skills

This is an entry level Mathematics qualification, ideal for learners to grasp the basics of mathematical skills and apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar scenarios.

ICT Functional Skills

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) qualification helps learners develop foundational practical and transferable skills to work independently and confidently in life.

Apprenticeship

KBM Apprenticeship programmes help employees to become skilled in the accounting and finance sector. Apprenticeships combine on-the-job practical training while studying an accounting qualification. You will work with experienced staff, gain job-specific skills, earn a wage, and receive benefits like holiday pay. Apprenticeships require 80% of the working at your workplace and 20% at your study place. Our apprenticeship programmes cover a broader range of industries and sectors, and you’ll get first-hand knowledge of how the industry works. At the same time, you will learn and join thousands of young people across the UK embarking on an apprenticeship journey. “Earn While You Learn”

Assistant Accountant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Assistant Accountant | Trainee Accounting Technician | Accounts Clerk | Cashier Finance Assistant | Purchase Ledger Clerk | Sales Ledger Clerk

Professional Accounting Taxation Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Professional Accounting/Tax Technician | Assistant Auditor | Assistant Financial Accountant | Accounts Payable and Expenses Supervisor | Commercial Analyst | Payroll Manager | Senior Bookkeeper | Senior Financial Officer | Tax Investigations Officer | Personal Tax Assistant | Business Tax Assistant

Digital Marketing Level 3 Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Social Media Assistant | Social Media Consultant | Social Media Analyst | Digital Accounts Assistant | Digital Marketing Assistant| Digital Communications Officer | Community Engagement Officer

AAT Accounting Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Credit Controller | Credit Collector | Payroll Administrator | Payroll Junior

Credit Controller _ Collector Level 2 Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Credit Controller/Collector | Senior Credit Controller/Collector | Credit Risk Analyst | Team Leader | Credit and Collection Representative

Advanced Credit Controller _ Debt Collection Specialist Level 3 Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Advanced Credit Controller | Debt Collection Specialist | Finance controller | Credit Manager | Collections Agent / Collections Adviser

Payroll Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Payroll Administrator, Payroll Junior, Payroll Assistant, Payroll Officer, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Advisor, Payroll Executive, Payroll Analyst, Reward Administrator, Bureau Administrator, HR and Payroll Officer

Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship

Suitable for job roles
Administrator Executive/Officer | Administration Team Leader | Personal Assistant | Secretary | including legal or medical secretaries | Administration Assistant | Business Administrator | Office Assistant | Office Supervisor

Social media and digital marketing courses

Digital marketing is for promoting and selling products or services online. KBM will help you kickstart your career, offering exclusive digital marketing practical training programmes, including social media marketing, search engine optimisation and YouTube marketing.
Social media marketing uses social media platforms to connect with an audience to build a brand. Search engine optimisation (SEO) is about diverting traffic to social media through Google. YouTube Marketing is to promote products, services and brands on YouTube.
Uniquely, you will work with our digital marketing professionals on live projects. In addition, it will develop your digital marketing profile. Upon completion, KBM will issue you with a digital marketing work experience certificate.

Digital Marketing Courses

Courses include
Social Media Marketing training | Search Engine Optimisation | YouTube Marketing | Email Marketing | Google Analytics and Reporting.
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Social Media Marketing Courses

Courses include
Social Media Marketing training | Social Media Content | Marketing Tools | Email Marketing | Content Marketing Strategy | Social Media Presence | Social Media Advertising.
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YouTube Marketing Courses

Courses include
YouTube Marketing training | Video Marketing | Video Description Optimisation | Traffic Sources | Video Content Creation | Video Planning | Video Shooting | Publishing Videos.
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SEO Training Courses

Courses include
SEO Marketing Training | Search Engine Algorithms | SEO Tools | SEO Strategy | Link Building | Organic Search Traffic | Content Marketing Strategy | SEO Copywriting Training | Keyword Research Training.
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Video Production Courses

Courses include
Video Production Training | Video Editing | Pre-production Stage | Production Stage | Post-Production Stage | Social Media Video Editing

Traineeships and functional skills

The traineeship is a learning programme, which makes you ready for a world of work. It is a pre-apprenticeship learning programme for individuals who are 16 - 24 year of age. It will build your foundations for apprenticeship and open multiple career options. You will gain actual work experience in accounting and finance while learning new skills.
Functional Skills are a prerequisite for entry into accredited qualifications or apprenticeships programmes. You will gain functional skills in English, Maths and ICT skills to improve literacy and numeracy. Functional skills are for everyone who wants improvement in their Maths and English in different contexts in everyday situations.

16 - 18 Traineeship

Join KBM Traineeship 12 week programme; suitable for 16-18 years of age. It is a funded programme to help you in choosing a career path. You will gain valuable work experience, progression and learn professional skills in an actual workplace.

19+ Traineeship

This funded Traineeship programme is ideal if your age is 19+ years. You will gain training to learn professional and employability skills. We will also provide you with work experience in our actual workplace. The programme will improve your prospects.

Study Program

The Study Programmes are funded and ideal if you are 16-19 years old. You will achieve qualifications and gain employability skills. It will help in your progression in further education, apprenticeship or job, and maximise opportunities for your advancement.

English Functional Skills

Functional skills are essential for life, learning and work. They will improve your English communication skills for speaking, listening, reading and writing. Our programmes are flexible and exciting; you can complete them at your desired pace and suitability.

Math Functional Skills

This is an entry level Mathematics qualification, ideal for learners to grasp the basics of mathematical skills and apply mathematical thinking to solve simple problems in familiar scenarios.

ICT Functional Skills

The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) qualification helps learners develop foundational practical and transferable skills to work independently and confidently in life.

Accredited practical accountancy training

KBM will help you through massive practical training in accounting, bookkeeping and finance for specific job roles. You may choose to study fundamental level, intermediate level, skills level, advanced level, professional level or expert level. Hence, you are flexible in selecting any level as per your academic and professional background. Uniquely, KBM keeps digital accounting always at the top and design training programmes focusing on digital accounting. You will learn various accounting software during practical work at KBM. You will learn the most modern accounting software like Sage 50, Sage One, Sage Payroll, Sage CIS, IRIS, Xero, QuickBooks and MS Excel.

Fundamental Level

Suitable for job roles
Bookkeeper | Sales/Purchase Ledger Clerk | Payroll Administrator.

Intermediate Level

Suitable for job roles
Senior Bookkeeper | Assistant Accountant | Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk.

Advance Level

Suitable for job roles
Accounting Technician | Credit Controller | Junior Accountant | Payroll Administrator.

Skills Level

Suitable for job roles
Accountant | Senior Accountant | Accounts Manager | Financial Analyst.

Professional Level

Suitable for job roles
Management Accountant | Financial Accountant | Financial Analyst.

Expert Level

Suitable for job roles
Finance Manager | Tax Accountant | Management Accountant | Auditor.

Specialised accountancy training

KBM provide specialised training for students, professionals and business in line with specific and different needs. You may select a programme of your choice to boost your competency and capability; it will help you become a specialist in a particular and specific role. We carry out training of student, professionals and business under the supervision of high calibre chartered accountants. Alongside, we will help you to become competent in digital accounting. Our experts will help you learn practically by extensive training on various popular accounting software like Sage Payroll, Sage One, Sage 50, Sage CIS, QuickBooks, IRIS, Xero and MS Excel.

Audit

Modules
Auditing Standards | Audit Engagement Planning | Audit Planning Specialised accountancy training | Audit Execution Specialised accountancy training | Risk Assessment | Audit Finalization | Auditors Report | Audit Presentation

Final Accounts

Modules
Sole Trader Accounts | Limited Company Accounts for SME’s | Partnership Accounts | Limited Liability Partnership Accounts | Charity Accounts | IXBLR Preparation

Taxation

Modules
Income Tax | Corporation Tax | Capital Gains Tax | VAT | Inheritance Tax | Self-Assessment | Financial Review | Tax Planning

Management Accounts

Modules
Departmental Analysis | Project Analysis | Product Analysis | Monthly & Quarterly Management Accounts | Standard Reporting | Company Performance Analysis

Tax and Annual Returns

Modules
Self-Assessment Tax Returns | Partnership Tax Returns | Tax Returns for Trustee/Charity | Company House Annual Returns

Financial Modeling

Modules
Budgeting & Forecasting | Projections | Smoothing Techniques | Linear Regression | Trend Analysis | Incremental budgets | Investment Appraisal Models | Net Present Value

Advanced Excel

Modules
Macros | Pivot Tables | Data Validation | V-lookup | Database Formulas | Charts & Graphs | Grouping | Summing Technique

Bookkeeping

Modules
Sole Trader & Limited Companies | Legal Bookkeeping | Sage 50 | VT | IRIS | TAS Books | Advanced Excel

Payroll

Modules
Step by step payroll process | RTI System | Statutory Maternity/Paternity Pay | Statutory Sick Pay | Employee Forms | Employer Forms | P11D | Year End Procedures

Other training programmes

KBM offers multiple training programmes to meet upskilling needs through specific learning modules. The modules are perfect for students, professionals and chartered accountants, which provide an opportunity to choose any aspect in accounting and finance to enhance and upskill your knowledge and skills. These learning programmes will help you to become digitally competent in accounting, bookkeeping and finance. Our accountants and experts will help you learn; you will work on our client's actual files in a professional workplace environment. Hence, you will practically learn digital accounting by using modern software like Sage Payroll, Sage CIS, Sage One, Sage 50, IRIS, QuickBooks, Xero, and MS Excel.