Finance Apprentice

Newcastle University; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in finance through their apprenticeship scheme. This role combines hands-on experience in a dynamic finance team with expert training, allowing you to earn while you learn. Over the course of 3 to 4 years, you'll gain valuable qualifications, develop essential skills, and become a key player in the finance world. If you're eager to make an impact and grow in a supportive environment, this apprenticeship could be your perfect start.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Pension schemes

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Must demonstrate strong problem-solving and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with finance tasks, including reporting and budget preparation.
• Maintain effective relationships with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Numeracy Skills

Literacy Skills

IT Skills (Excel)

Attention to Detail

Education

Minimum Grade B GCSE in English Language

Minimum Grade B GCSE in Mathematics

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits. We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes, and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Closing Date: 22nd June 2025

Kickstart Your Career in Finance – Get Paid to Learn!

Ready to take your first step into the world of finance and accounting – and get paid while you do it? We’ve got an amazing opportunity for you to launch your career through our Finance Apprenticeship Scheme at Newcastle University!

Here’s the deal:

1. Earn while you learn
2. Gain real-world finance experience
3. Work towards your AAT Professional Diploma in Accounting
4. Get expert support from pros who’ve been there and done it

Over 3 to 4 years, you’ll mix hands-on experience in our buzzing Finance team with top-tier training from our external training provider. You’ll build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a rising star in the finance world – all while building your qualifications and your bank account.

We’re on the lookout for motivated, curious, and committed people who want more than just a job – this is your first big move into a proper career.

If you're passionate about numbers, problem-solving, and making an impact, this could be the perfect start for you. Let’s build your future together.

To apply, please upload your CV along with a cover letter evidencing how you meet the person specification as outlined within the person specification.

For an informal discussion about this vacancy, please contact [e-mail]

Key Accountabilities

In line with the apprenticeship programme:

• Successfully complete the apprenticeship including gaining AAT qualifications.
• Assist with carrying out a range of finance tasks, such as:
• producing regular reports from the University’s financial system;
• preparing monthly / quarterly management accounts;
• preparing and consolidating the annual budget and five-year plans;
• assisting with the preparation and audit of the statutory accounts;
• conducting ledger and bank account reconciliations;
• entering accounting adjustments;
• undertaking student billing and credit control activities;
• testing systems and validating master data;
• administering purchase order creation;
• processing accounts payable;
• handling insurance claims;
• undertaking VAT transactional activity.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and the apprenticeship mentor.
• Interact effectively with students, customers, suppliers, and staff of the University.
• Undertake any other appropriate duties as required.

The Person (Essential)

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to demonstrate good problem-solving skills
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• Excellent IT skills with a good knowledge of Excel
• Able to pay close attention to detail and complete activities on time

Attributes and Behaviour

• Takes responsibility for own learning and development
• Eager to undertake professional study and work towards an apprenticeship qualification
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptable
• Able to organise self and workload effectively and be willing to seek help when required

Qualifications

• A minimum of grade B GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics

Newcastle University is a global university where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports, and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support, and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University, we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education (REC). We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.