Finance Apprentice: Kickstart AAT & School Finance

Hertswood Academy; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Hertswood Academy in Borehamwood is inviting applications for a full-time Finance Apprentice to gain hands-on experience while working toward an AAT qualification. You will support day-to-day financial administration, processing invoices and purchase orders, reconciling statements and assisting with debtors.

You’ll handle queries from staff, suppliers, parents and students under supervision of the Finance Manager and Headteacher.

Qualifications

• GCSE-level education is essential; AAT study desirable with full training provided.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), with strong organisational and multi‑tasking skills under tight deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail, friendly and positive demeanour, excellent communication and strong confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and purchase orders, reconcile statements and assist debtors/ iPay impact administration.
• Handle financial queries from suppliers, staff, parents and students via email, phone and in person.
• Support the Apprenticeship path by progressing through the AAT qualification with full training support.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE level education

AAT study desirable

Job description

Hertswood Academy in Borehamwood is inviting applications for a full-time Finance Apprentice to gain hands-on experience while working toward an AAT qualification. You will support day-to-day financial administration, processing invoices and purchase orders, reconciling statements and assisting with debtors.

You’ll handle queries from staff, suppliers, parents and students under supervision of the Finance Manager and Headteacher.