Apprentice Finance Assistant
Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship ¦ Permanent Contract
Location: Westminster Bridge Road SE1 7JB
Salary: Competitive Apprenticeship Wage
Course Duration: 18 months
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship qualification, your salary will increase to the standard rate for this role, which is currently £30,000. Please note that this rate may be subject to an increase by the time you complete your apprenticeship.
Are you looking to start a career in Finance while gaining valuable hands-on experience? We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant Apprentice to join our team, where you will assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and KPIs, providing insightful commentary and ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Your responsibilities will include establishment reporting for budget holders, involvement in the annual budget process and monthly projections, and supporting year-end audit tasks. You’ll also help ensure that costs are correctly allocated at UPRN level to enable meaningful reporting and analysis, investigating discrepancies where they arise and helping to identify solutions.
In addition to processing journals, preparing balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting wider operational finance tasks, you’ll play an active role in improving finance processes and supporting key projects.
You’re a proactive flexible, person who is committed to delivering excellent service. You’ll be working with large volumes of data, so strong analytical skills and attention to detail are a must. You’ll be a natural team player, able to manage your time effectively, and show a genuine commitment to your ongoing professional development.
Your role will be key in supporting our transactional and operational finance functions, while also being a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Your ability to build effective relationships, communicate clearly, and provide excellent front-line customer service will be central to your success in this role.
What We Offer
- A permanent role with a clear progression pathway, plus salary increase (see above)
- A Level 3 Business Administration Qualification fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy.
- Support from our Learning & Development team and a dedicated mentor
- Hands-on experience in a professional customer service environment
- Hybrid working options (once training is completed)
- Up to 30 days’ annual holiday plus bank holidays
- Two additional paid volunteering days each year
- Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 4 x salary life assurance
- Up to 10% pension contribution
Are You Eligible? Read This First!
Before applying, check if you meet the apprenticeship funding requirements:
- You’ve lived in the UK, EEA, Switzerland, or Gibraltar for the last 3 years (you’ll need to show proof).
- You don’t already have a qualification at the same level or higher in this subject.
- You’ll be 18 or older when the apprenticeship starts.
If that sounds like you, this could be the perfect opportunity to start your career with full support and training!
Ready to Apply?
If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of an organisation that truly values its people, we’d love to hear from you!
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If you need to ask us anything else at all, feel free to drop an email to Harry Lund, Talent Specialist (Harry.Lund@peabody.org.uk).
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What Happens Next?
If you meet the eligibility criteria, you’ll be invited to an interview during the week commencing 19th May 2025.
This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in our Finance team and make a real difference.
