At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance operations and gain hands-on experience while working towards an AAT qualification.
- Company: Join Connect Multi Academy Trust, a supportive and positive environment.
- Benefits: Structured apprenticeship with on-the-job training and mentorship from finance professionals.
- Other info: Opportunity for career development in a dynamic finance team.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career with real-world experience and a recognised qualification.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths & English, strong numeracy, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 18500 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Connect MAT Head Office (Stanley, County Durham) with some travel to Wellfield School, Wingate
Full-time Apprenticeship contract Fixed term for a year with possible extension for duration of qualification.
Connect Multi Academy Trust is seeking a motivated Finance Apprentice to join our Central Finance Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards an AAT qualification.
You will support day-to-day finance operations, including:
- Processing purchase invoices and raising sales invoices
- Maintaining accurate financial records
- Supporting basic accounting tasks and reporting
- Providing administrative support to the Finance team
What We’re Looking For
- GCSEs (incl. Maths & English) and A-levels (or equivalent)
- Strong numeracy and attention to detail
- Good IT skills and willingness to learn financial systems
- Organised, reliable and keen to develop a career in Finance
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work as part of a team
What we offer:
- A structured apprenticeship programme with a recognised qualification (e.g. AAT)
- On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced Finance professionals
- Hands on experience in the Finance Team
- Positive, supportive Trust environment
Connect Multi-Academy Trust is legally obligated to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before making appointments to relevant posts. The DBS check will reveal both spent and unspent convictions, cautions, and bind-overs as well as pending prosecutions, which aren't 'protected' under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and check to establish that a person is not barred from 'regulated activity' as defined by the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.
Please note that we operate a probationary period of 4 months across all jobs in the Trust. You will receive a comprehensive induction to support you to successfully pass your probation.
Finance Apprentice employer: Connect Multi Academy Trust
Connect Multi Academy Trust is an excellent employer, offering a structured apprenticeship programme that not only provides hands-on experience in finance but also supports your journey towards a recognised AAT qualification. With a positive and supportive work culture, you will benefit from mentorship by experienced professionals and have the opportunity to develop your career in a collaborative environment at our Head Office in Stanley, County Durham.
Contact Details:
Connect Multi Academy Trust Recruitment Team
