Accounts & Finance apprentice

Introduction

You will develop essential financial, administrative and organisational skills while supporting the day-to-day activities of our finance function. You will gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced colleagues and supporting a range of financial processes that help the organisation operate effectively.

About the Employer

Community Independent Living is a CQC-registered care provider committed to helping people live independently, safely, and with dignity in their own homes and supported living environments. Founded by experienced healthcare professionals, the organisation was established to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that exceeds expectations and enables individuals to remain in familiar surroundings while maintaining choice and control over their lives. At the heart of its ethos are compassion, integrity, kindness, and a commitment to excellence, with every member of the team dedicated to promoting independence, enhancing wellbeing, and supporting people to achieve their full potential. Through empathy, respect, professional development, and a willingness to go above and beyond, Community Independent Living strives to make a meaningful and lasting difference to the lives of the people it supports and the communities it serves.

What You'll Do

As an Accounts Apprentice, you will:

• Process invoices, purchase orders and financial documents accurately.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update accounting systems.
• Support with bank reconciliations and general ledger tasks.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and spreadsheets.
• Process payments and monitor outstanding balances where required.
• Maintain organised electronic and paper-based filing systems.
• Respond to finance-related queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Support month-end processes and other routine finance activities.
• Ensure financial information is handled confidentially and in line with company policies and procedures.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the level 2 accounts/finance apprenticeship you will have achieved a national qualification which is recognised through the industry and there may be the opportunity to progress to the level 3 qualification.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C
• Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C

Course Information

Course: Accounts or finance assistant (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Legal, finance and accounting

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, a 30 minute unpaid break.

Expected Duration: 1 Year

Training Provider: NATIONAL UPSKILL LIMITED