Finance Assistant Apprentice - Level 3

This is a fantastic starting point if you're finishing school, college or university and want to build real, practical experience in finance while earning a wage, however, you can be an apprentice at any age.

You don't need lots of experience, just enthusiasm, accuracy, and a willingness to learn.

What you'll do

The Transactional Accounting Team handles day‑to‑day financial activity that keeps the council running smoothly, such as processing orders, invoices and payments, collating data for financial assessments in respect of care packages, maintaining financial records, supporting month‑end tasks, and helping ensure that financial information is accurate and up to date.

A typical day may look like:

You'll learn how financial systems work by using the Councils SAP finance system, develop attention to detail, build confidence with numbers and data, and gain experience in a professional office environment. These are highly transferable skills that can lead into careers in finance, accountancy, data administration, procurement, payroll, pensions and more.

• You'll earn a wage while gaining a respected Level 3 Business Administrator qualification
• You'll receive support from experienced finance professionals
• You'll develop real-world skills that employer's value
• You'll be part of a friendly apprenticeship community
• You'll have clear career progression opportunities within the council

After the apprenticeship

You'll learn how financial systems work by using the Councils SAP finance system, develop attention to detail, build confidence with numbers and data, and gain experience in a professional office environment. These are highly transferable skills that can lead into careers in finance, accountancy, data administration, procurement, payroll, pensions and more.

• You'll earn a wage while gaining a respected Level 3 Business
• Administrator qualification
• You'll receive support from experienced finance professionals
• You'll develop real-world skills that employer's value
• You'll be part of a friendly apprenticeship community
• You'll have clear career progression opportunities within the council

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Benefits

As part of Derbyshire County Council, you'll also enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

Generous annual leave scheme

Access to student discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts at selected county leisure centres

Free online health and exercise sessions

…and much more!

About the employer

Working for Derbyshire County Council

At Derbyshire County Council, we are committed to:

Equality, fairness and opportunity

Supporting your wellbeing and development

Delivering services that provide value for money for our communities

Reducing our environmental impact and supporting climate resilience

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Business administrator (level 3), Business and administration
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
• Expected duration: 1 Year 9 Months
• Hours: 37 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.
• Start date: 1 January 2027
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £15,392 to £24,454.04 a year