Finance Accountant Apprentice

Anglian Water Services Ltd; Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent water services provider in Huntingdon offers an opportunity for a Finance Accountant Apprentice to join its Finance team. The apprenticeship includes financial record maintenance, compliance with accounting standards, and a fully funded Professional accounting technician Level 4 qualification. Candidates should have A-Level equivalents in relevant fields and possess strong numerical and analytical skills. Enjoy benefits like personal healthcare, annual leave, and a pension scheme in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Personal private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Annual bonus scheme

Flexible benefits

Hybrid working ability

Qualifications

• Currently qualified at A-Level, BTEC, or equivalent qualification in Maths, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A strong communicator who enjoys working with others.
• Good organisational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for the organisation's assets.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Rotate every 9 months between teams within Finance.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Good organisational abilities

Effective time management

Education

A-Level, BTEC, or equivalent in Maths, Accounting, Finance

Job description

Finance Accountant Apprentice

Anglian Water Services, Lancaster House

Permanent | Full time

NEW

Salary: £23,500

Permanent | Full Time | Office based in Huntingdon (Hybrid Working Available)

Start date: March 2026

Right to Work in the UK: You must currently have the right to work in the UK.

Are you passionate about finance and have recently completed your A Levels - including Maths?

Do you want to study towards a fully funded Professional accounting technician Level 4?

This Accountancy Apprenticeship is designed for college leavers looking to kick‑start their career while studying towards a professional qualification.

Your future counts. Let's shape it together.

At Anglian Water, we know that great ideas come from diverse perspectives. That's why we're looking for someone who's curious, driven, and ready to grow, no matter your background or where your journey started.

We're offering a unique opportunity for 2 apprentices to join our Finance team and complete a fully funded qualification, gaining real-world experience across our finance functions. You'll be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and doing the right thing for our customers, our communities, and the environment.

What will you be doing?

As our valued apprentice, you'll play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records for the organisation's assets - from acquisition through to disposal - ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. You'll be supported by experienced finance professionals and gain valuable insight into how large‑scale financial operations are managed.

You’ll be supported every step of the way as you work towards your AAT qualification, with opportunities to progress and shape your future in finance.

During your apprenticeship you will rotate every 9 months between the teams within Finance. This will give you an in‑depth understanding of the team and the business.

What we're looking for

• Currently qualified at A‑Level, BTEC, or equivalent qualification in Maths, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A strong communicator who enjoys working with others.
• Good organisational and time management abilities.
• Please note that due to funding we are unable to consider applications from candidates who hold a degree‑level or higher qualification in Maths, Finance, Accountancy, or related fields.

As a valued employee, you'll be entitled to

• Professional accounting technician Level 4
• Personal private healthcare
• 25 days annual leave (rising with service)
• Competitive pension scheme – we double‑match your contributions up to 6%
• Annual bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits tailored to your well‑being and lifestyle
• Hybrid working – split your time between home and our Huntingdon office

Diversity and Inclusion

At Anglian Water, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their background, gender, ethnicity, or any other characteristic. We actively encourage applications from women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other under‑represented groups in the engineering and operations fields.

Your learning journey

As part of our commitment to helping you grow and thrive, you'll be studying at college, chosen by us, one day a week. This is just one of the ways we invest in your development – empowering you to reach your full potential while making a positive difference for our customers, communities, and the environment.

Closing date: Sunday 18th January 2026

Next Steps

As part of your application, you'll be asked to answer screening questions to help us learn more about you and your motivations for applying. If shortlisted, you'll be invited to attend an in‑person assessment centre on either Monday 2nd February or Tuesday 3rd February 2026 at Lancaster House office in Huntingdon.