Finance Apprentice - Start Your AAT Journey in Swindon

First City Nursing and Care; City; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

First City Nursing and Care is recruiting a Finance Apprentice in Swindon to join our busy Finance Team. This entry-level role offers hands-on training while you study towards an AAT Level 2 or 3.

You will support day-to-day financial processes, learn accounting best practices, and gain exposure to payroll administration. The program runs 12–18 months with on‑the‑job training and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Be 16 years of age or older.
• GCSE Maths and English grade C/4 or equivalent, or willing to undertake Functional Skills.
• Have an understanding and/or interest in Accounting/Finance.
• All employment with First City Nursing and Care is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Work with Sage 50 Accounts and other finance systems.
• Reconcile subcontractor invoices against agreed rates, invoicing and documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare and process payments to subcontractors in a timely manner.
• Review subcontractor accounts and resolve discrepancies or queries.
• Monitor aged debtor reports and identify outstanding debt; escalate as needed.
• Liaise with internal departments, subcontractors, and customers regarding invoice and payment queries.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure documentation is up to date.
• Support month-end processes and general administrative tasks.
• Handle sensitive information in line with data protection regulations.
• Complete apprenticeship coursework and assessments to a high standard.
• Undertake other finance and administration duties as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Numerical skills

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C/4)

AAT Level 2 or 3 (study)

Tools

Sage 50 Accounts

Job description

First City Nursing and Care is recruiting a Finance Apprentice in Swindon to join our busy Finance Team. This entry-level role offers hands-on training while you study towards an AAT Level 2 or 3.

You will support day-to-day financial processes, learn accounting best practices, and gain exposure to payroll administration. The program runs 12–18 months with on‑the‑job training and mentorship.