Accountancy Learning

Did you spot Sarah's article in the latest edition of PQ Magazine?

Our own Sarah, AAT Tutor at Accountancy Learning, recently shared why understanding the why behind DEAD CLIC is far more powerful than simply memorising the acronym.

The article looks at how the accounting equation provides a logical framework for double-entry bookkeeping, helping students build confidence and tackle more challenging transactions with ease.

If you've got the latest issue of PQ Magazine, you'll find Sarah's article on page 24.

Here's the link: https://digital.magmanager.co.uk/Reader/Index/2884150 /24

Have you read it yet? Let us know what you thought in the comments. 👇

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🎉 Congratulations to our July Star Student, Matt Bond!

Matt joined PKF Francis Clark as an Audit Assistant in August 2025 and has worked incredibly hard throughout his apprenticeship, successfully completing his AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Level 3 Diploma in Accounting.

With support from his employer and tutor, Ceri, Matt achieved a Distinction at Level 3 and has now started his AAT Level 4 studies. His commitment, positive attitude and consistent effort have made him a very deserving recipient of our July Star Student award.

Well done, Matt, and best of luck as you continue your apprenticeship journey! 👏

Read Matt's full story here:
https://www.accountancylearning.co.uk/star_students/star-student-july-2026-matt-bond/

🎉 The new AAT Level 4 Diploma is here!

If AAT Level 4 is your next step, our latest blog explains everything you need to know before the official September launch.

Discover:
✅ What's changing with the new qualification
✅ Why you can enrol early
✅ The benefits of starting before September
✅ Which study option is right for you

Plus, if you enrol before 1 September, you can also take advantage of our early bird discounts. We'll be sharing more about those very soon!

📖 Read the blog here:
https://www.accountancylearning.co.uk/great-news-the-new-aat-level-4-is-here/

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📊 45% of firms believe the accounting talent shortage is worse than it was three years ago.

Recruiting skilled accounting professionals has never been easy, but many employers feel the challenge is becoming even greater.

As demand for talent continues to grow, more businesses are asking...

How do we build a workforce that's ready for the future?

Recently, Simon Deane at Accountancy Learning explored why developing talent from within is becoming an essential part of long-term workforce planning and what that could mean for employers.

Do you agree with these findings? Has recruiting accounting professionals become more difficult in recent years?

💬 We'd love to hear your thoughts.

📖 Read Simon's article here:
https://apprenticeships.accountancylearning.co.uk/the-accounting-talent-shortage/

Getting to Know... Amy! 🥳

Say hello to Amy, one of our brilliant AAT Tutors at Accountancy Learning. 👋

Amy loves helping students develop their confidence and achieve their AAT goals, making learning enjoyable and approachable for everyone she teaches.

Away from the classroom, you'll usually find Amy exploring the Cornish countryside 🌿, cheering on the cricket or rugby 🏏🏉, enjoying a huge mug of tea ☕ or treating herself to a few sour sweets 🍬. Spending time with her kids is also high on her list of favourite things.

There are just a couple of things she'd rather avoid... tomatoes 🍅 (definitely not!) and fast cars 🚗💨.

Find out more about Amy and the rest of our fantastic team here:
https://www.accountancylearning.co.uk/about-us-at-accountancy-learning/the-team/

We've just added Sample Assessment 1 to our YouTube channel as three bite-sized videos, taking you through Tasks 1 to 3 step by step.

Whether you're revising before your assessment or checking your understanding afterwards, these videos are a great way to build your confidence.

📺 Watch the playlist on our YouTube channel and let us know how you get on.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVIfAguwtjlY

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⚽ With England taking on France this weekend, here's a French fact you might not know...

The Eiffel Tower almost didn't survive… and a brilliant head for figures helped save it.

In the early 1900s, the iconic landmark was scheduled to be dismantled. But Maurice Koechlin, a structural engineer with a talent for numbers, saw another possibility.

His detailed calculations showed that the tower could be used for military radio communications. Those behind-the-scenes figures helped convince officials to keep it standing.

And the rest is history. 🗼✨

Sometimes the right calculations can change the course of history.

73% of firms say talent shortages are having a severe impact on their practice 📊

The latest Accounting Talent Index 2026 highlights the growing challenges facing the accounting profession, from recruitment difficulties to increasing workloads and firms turning away new business.

In our latest blog, we look beyond the statistics to explore what they mean for employers and why investing in future talent could be the key to building stronger, more resilient teams.

Read the full blog here:
https://apprenticeships.accountancylearning.co.uk/the-accounting-talent-shortage/