Accounting Apprentice

Adur & Worthing Councils; Worthing; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Adur & Worthing Councils is offering a trainee finance role at Worthing Town Hall with hybrid working. The post is based on 37 hours per week and a salary grade that ranges from Grade 2 to Grade 3 depending on experience and qualification.

You will train toward Level 2 AAT, support accountants in budgeting, forecasts and year-end tasks, input purchases and invoices, and expand your knowledge across the finance function using Microsoft and Google suites.

Qualifications

• Be committed to studying for the AAT professional qualification.
• Strong numerical ability and data entry accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team of finance staff.

Responsibilities

• Become proficient in our Financial Management System through accurate data input.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and reporting with spreadsheets.
• Input purchase orders and process invoices in line with policies.
• Assist across finance functions and provide financial information to managers.
• Contribute to high-quality service delivery for residents.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Data input accuracy

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 AAT qualification training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Grade 2 to Grade 3 depending on experience and qualification

Hours

37 hours per week

Place of work

Worthing Town Hall - Hybrid Working Policy Applies

4th September 2026

Interviews

TBC

The Council is offering an opportunity to train to become Level 2 AAT qualified.

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to build a comprehensive skillset in a supportive financial environment.

The successful applicant must be committed to studying for the AAT professional qualification and becoming an active member of our thriving accounting team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Becoming proficient in our Financial Management System through accurate data input.
• Developing your analytical skills by raising and working within spreadsheets to support the function in forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.
• Gaining valuable experience working with both Microsoft and Google productivity suites.
• Playing a key role in financial planning by supporting accountants in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and year-end final accounts..
• Managing day-to-day transactions by inputting purchase orders and processing invoices for payment in compliance with Council policies.
• Expanding your knowledge by assisting across various parts of the finance function, including providing valuable financial information to Service Managers.
• Embracing our core ways of working by demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and a passion for delivering a high-quality service for our residents.
• Contributing to the smooth running of the team through administrative support.
• Expanding your knowledge by providing cover for the Treasury Management team when needed.

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