Finance Apprentice
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Company: STAMFORD PARK TRUST
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Location: Lancashire, OL6 9RL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £25,159.00 per year
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Sector: Legal, finance and accounting
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Ref: NAS-2000045491
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Application Deadline Date: 26/08/2026
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Start Date: 02/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while working towards a recognised accounting qualification. The postholder will assist with day-to-day financial processes, gain insight into financial reporting and compliance, and develop the skills required for a career in finance within an educational setting.
Training to be Provided
Stamford Park Trust - Central Office. Located in Ashton Sixth Form College.
Future Prospects
Following completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice may progress into a Finance Officer position within the Trust. With further study, experience, and subject to organisational growth, there is potential for progression into a Finance Business Partner role.
Vacancy Detail
- Process financial transactions accurately and efficiently, including invoices, income receipts, and payments.
- Support the day-to-day operation of finance systems and processes, including cash handling, supplier set-ups, supplier statement reconciliations, and credit control activities.
- Maintain accurate financial records, ensuring all documentation is complete, organised, and up to date.
- Confidently use Microsoft Office applications and finance systems, including Excel and Word, to support finance operations.
- Work flexibly to contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of Finance Team objectives.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the central Finance Team to ensure month-end and year-end processes are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
- Work to strict deadlines to support the timely production of accurate monthly and annual financial information.
- Manage the finance inbox, responding professionally and promptly to routine queries from staff and academies across the Trust.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the Trust.
- Support compliance with financial procedures and controls in line with Trust policies and regulatory requirements.
- Undertake and work towards the successful completion of a recognised finance qualification (e.g. AAT).
Other Information
- Ability to demonstrate good organisational and numerical skills, with the ability to manage time effectively to ensure deadlines are met.
- Experience in using Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel and Word).
- Previous administrative or finance-related experience (desirable).