Finance Apprentice

Introduction

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to play a key part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation.

About the Employer

The North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC) is a well-established, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting businesses across the North East. We work with a diverse range of clients—from start-ups and growing SMEs to public sector organisations—helping to drive innovation, growth, and entrepreneurial success across the region.

What You'll Do

• Manage daily cash flow, monitoring bank accounts and ensuring funds are allocated effectively
• Raise sales invoices and purchase orders promptly
• Process staff expenses accurately and within agreed timescales
• Handle supplier payments in line with company payment terms
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across: Sales ledger, Purchase ledger and Normal ledger
• Record incoming payments and issue monthly customer statements
• Bank cash and cheque payments
• Support credit control activities, including chasing outstanding debts and assisting with debtor reporting
• Produce and maintain financial reports and spreadsheets
• Process recurring monthly invoices and grant payments

Training Outcome

• Potential progression into a full time role upon completion of apprenticeship for the right candidate

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

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: ZENITH TRAINING LIMITED