Finance Apprentice

We Are Zenith; North East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Skill development opportunities

Regional impact

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

The North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC) is offering a Finance Assistant apprenticeship to join our finance team. This hands-on role supports day-to-day financial operations, giving you real insight into cash flow, invoicing, expenses and ledgers.

As an apprentice, you will work closely with experienced staff, study for the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship, and receive regular training time and review meetings.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and IT skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient with basic office software and financial record keeping.
• Strong organisational abilities and accuracy in data entry.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily cash flow and monitor bank accounts.
• Raise sales invoices and purchase orders promptly.
• Process staff expenses accurately and within timescales.
• Handle supplier payments according to terms.
• Maintain Sales, Purchase and General ledgers.
• Record incoming payments and issue monthly customer statements.
• Process bank cash and cheque payments.
• Support debt collection and debtor reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE English (Grade 4) essential

GCSE Maths (Grade 4) essential

Job description

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to play a key part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation.

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What You\'ll do at Work

• Manage daily cash flow, monitoring bank accounts and ensuring funds are allocated effectively
• Raise sales invoices and purchase orders promptly
• Process staff expenses accurately and within agreed timescales
• Handle supplier payments in line with company payment terms
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across: Sales ledger, Purchase ledger and Normal ledger
• Record incoming payments and issue monthly customer statements
• Bank cash and cheque payments
• Support credit control activities, including chasing outstanding debts and assistingwith debtor reporting
• Produce and maintain financial reports and spreadsheets
• Process recurring monthly invoices and grant payments

Training

• An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.This is a fully work-based programme.
• You will get allocated time to complete your apprenticeship work and also receive regular meetings with your training provider.
• You will be studying the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard.

Requirements

• GCSE English (Grade 4) essential
• GCSE Maths (Grade 4) essential

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

About the Company

The North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC) is a well-established, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting businesses across the North East. We work with a diverse range of clients—from start-ups and growing SMEs to public sector organisations—helping to drive innovation, growth, and entrepreneurial success across the region.

Company Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience
• The chance to be part of an organisation that makes a real impact in the region
• Competitive salary and benefits package