Finance Apprentice: Grow in AP/AR & Beyond

Natures Way Foods; Chichester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Rotation through finance

Dedicated mentor

Career path in finance

Team culture

Pension match

Health cash plan

Cycle to work

Flexible pay frequency

Online GP

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Nature's Way Foods is launching a Finance Apprenticeship in Chichester to provide hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable while studying for an AAT qualification. You will rotate through the finance function, gain real responsibility from day one, and be mentored throughout the programme.

The scheme offers fully funded study support, progression reviews, and a clear path to a long-term career in finance within a growing FMCG business.

Qualifications

• A-Levels or equivalent, ideally including a numerate subject.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Office.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A genuine interest in building a career in finance/accounting.
• Well organised, able to manage deadlines and prioritise a varied workload.
• A proactive, curious approach and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working as part of a team and building relationships across departments.
• Some prior exposure to a finance or administrative environment (e.g. part-time work).
• Experience with accounting or ERP software.
• Interest in the food manufacturing/FMCG sector.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, timely transactional processing within controls and deadlines.
• Build relationships with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain data integrity within finance systems (ERP).
• Identify and help resolve discrepancies, escalate as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes and controls.
• Complete apprenticeship coursework and off-the-job training hours.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Interpersonal collaboration

Finance exposure

ERP software experience

Interest in FMCG/food

Education

A-Levels or equivalent

Tools

Excel

ERP software

Job description

Nature's Way Foods is launching a Finance Apprenticeship in Chichester to provide hands-on experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable while studying for an AAT qualification. You will rotate through the finance function, gain real responsibility from day one, and be mentored throughout the programme.

The scheme offers fully funded study support, progression reviews, and a clear path to a long-term career in finance within a growing FMCG business.