Finance Graduate Apprentice

Scottish Federation of Housing Associations; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 24,545 - 25,933; Full time

Job summary

The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations is seeking a Finance Graduate Apprentice based in Glasgow. This five-year apprenticeship offers hands-on experience across core finance areas while studying towards a Master’s degree in Accountancy at Glasgow Caledonian University.

You will learn critical skills in financial reporting and management accounting, with a salary range of £24,545 - £25,933 per annum, and a commitment of 35 hours per week under a fixed-term contract. The role involves hybrid working with office attendance in Motherwell.

Qualifications

• Must live in Scotland and meet SAAS funding eligibility criteria.
• 16 years or older.
• 2 years demonstrable Finance or Accountancy experience.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across core areas of finance.
• Study towards a Master’s degree in Accountancy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Proactivity

Self-management

Prioritization

Education

Scottish Highers: BBBBB, including Higher in Maths or Accountancy

HNC or HND in Accountancy or Finance

Job description

As a Finance Graduate Apprentice you’ll gain hands on experience across core areas of finance whilst studying over 5 years towards a Master’s degree in Accountancy. You’ll combine both study and work-based learning building a strong foundation in financial reporting, management accounting, while gaining exposure to budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis within a live business environment. You’ll learn how to interpret financial data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards as well as build on your leadership skills and business acumen. As a graduate apprentice, you will be empowered to develop with a focus on helping Clyde Valley deliver on our organisational goals and objectives.

What will I learn?

During the study part of your apprenticeship, you’ll do a Master of Accountancy at Glasgow Caledonian University, which means at the end of your apprenticeship you'll be a fully qualified Chartered Accountant with ACCA membership. For more information on entry requirements you can see the qualifications/experience required below or by accessing the link above.

What qualifications or qualities are required?

To be eligible for this apprenticeship you must live in Scotland and meet SAAS funding eligibility criteria and you must be 16 or over.

• Scottish Highers: BBBBB, including Higher in Maths or Accountancy (135 UCAS tariff points)
• Have attained an HNC or HND or equivalent in Accountancy or Finance related subject
• Have 2 years demonstrable Finance or Accountancy experience with successful study at SCQF Level 7 or above
• Have 4 years demonstrable Finance or Accountancy experience and successful study at SCQF Level 6 or above.
• An appropriate foundation or modern apprenticeship would be the equivalent of one Higher (Foundation) or 2 Highers (Modern)

Being proactive, taking initiative and be able to self‑manage and prioritise a workload is a key part of this role, as this role will involve the discipline to earn while you learn and is a five year study commitment, alongside working at Clyde Valley Group.

Closing date for applications

Thursday 14th May 2026, 09:00

Full salary & employment details

Salary: £24,545 - £25,933 per annum

Hours: 35 hours per week

Location: Hybrid working with office attendance at our office in Motherwell

Contract: Fixed‑Term for 5 years