Finance Apprentice
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Company: AGE UK NORTH TYNESIDE
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Location: NORTH SHIELDS, NE29 6QP
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £19,747.00 per year
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Sector: Legal, finance and accounting
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Ref: NAS-2000048713
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Application Deadline Date: 26/08/2026
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Start Date: 27/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm with an hour lunch.
Brief Description
Support an efficient sales ledger function by managing customer invoicing, income processing, payment receipts, credit control, account enquiries and financial records. Completing a recognised finance apprenticeship, the role offers experience in accounting, customer service and administration, providing a foundation for a finance career.
Training to be Provided
The successful candidate will undertake the Accounts/Finance Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship leading to the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting through Access Training Ltd, Gateshead.
Training will normally be provided on a day release basis. Subject to successful completion, satisfactory performance and organisational requirements, there may be an opportunity to progress onto the Level 3 Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship (AAT Level 3) and continue a career within the Finance Team.
Future Prospects
The role provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical accounting, customer service and administration skills within a busy Finance Department and build a foundation for a future career in finance.
Vacancy Detail
Finance System & Sales Ledger Support:
- Support finance system implementation, training and process improvements. Manage customer accounts, invoicing, income processing, payment receipts and record maintenance.
Credit Control & Customer Service:
- Monitor outstanding balances, contact customers regarding overdue payments, resolve account enquiries, produce statements and maintain accurate communication records.
Financial Controls & Reporting:
- Process income, reconcile records, prepare debtor reports, support stock takes, audits and monthly reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Team & Compliance:
- Provide administrative support, complete apprenticeship requirements, develop finance system skills, and ensure compliance with financial regulations, GDPR, health & safety, confidentiality and equality policies.
Other Information
Please check that you’re able to travel to the employer for the required start time and to Access Training on Team Valley every week for day release sessions.