Finance Assistant Apprentice Level 3

We’re excited to welcome apprentices into our Finance service, working specifically within the Transactional Accounting Team — the team responsible for key financial processes across Derbyshire County Council. 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. We’ll teach you everything you need to know.

🌟 What you’ll be doing in the Transactional Accounting Team
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.

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 employers value
• You’ll be part of a friendly apprenticeship community
• You’ll have clear career progression opportunities within the council

If you’re organised, motivated and ready to start building your future in finance, we’d love to hear from you!

🎁 Great employee 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!

👥 Who can apply?

You can be an apprentice at any age. If you think you could make a positive difference and would like the chance to be part of our Finance team we want to hear from you!

If you have any questions regarding this apprenticeship role please contact Adam.addis@derbyshire.gov.uk or Ben.Marsh@derbyshire.gov.uk

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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Apprenticeships are ideal way to start, change or progress your career, or return to work. If you’d like to know more about apprenticeships at Derbyshire County Council including employee benefits and to hear from some of our apprentices click here

Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following ACAS link is understood before applying

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.