Level 3
Finance Assistant Apprentice - Level 3
Derbyshire County Council · MATLOCK
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- Pay
- £15,392 to £24,454 a year
- Hours
- 37 a week
- Length
- 21 months
- Starts
- 1 Jan 2027
- Advertised closing date
- 1 Nov 2026
- Openings
- 1 position
- Last checked
- an hour ago
Applications are handled by Derbyshire County Council directly.
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Disability Confident employer
This employer is in the government Disability Confident scheme. If you have a disability, you can ask to be considered for an interview under the scheme, as long as you meet the essential requirements. Read about the scheme on GOV.UK.
What you would do
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.
Day to day
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.
A typical day may look like:
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 employer's value
- You’ll be part of a friendly apprenticeship community
- You’ll have clear career progression opportunities within the council
What you would study
Business administrator (level 3)
Training provider: DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Working week
Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.
What you need
Skills they are looking for
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Initiative
After the apprenticeship
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 employer's value
- You’ll be part of a friendly apprenticeship community
- You’ll have clear career progression opportunities within the council
Where
MATLOCK, East Midlands (DE4).
About Derbyshire County Council
Working for Derbyshire County Council
At Derbyshire County Council, we are committed to:
Equality, fairness and opportunity
Supporting your wellbeing and development
Delivering services that provide value for money for our communities
Reducing our environmental impact and supporting climate resilience
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!
Reference 2000058334.
Report a problem with this listing- Pay
- £15,392 to £24,454 a year
- Hours
- 37 a week
- Length
- 21 months
- Starts
- 1 Jan 2027
- Advertised closing date
- 1 Nov 2026
- Openings
- 1 position
- Last checked
- an hour ago
Applications are handled by Derbyshire County Council directly.
Know someone this would suit?
Disability Confident employer
This employer is in the government Disability Confident scheme. If you have a disability, you can ask to be considered for an interview under the scheme, as long as you meet the essential requirements. Read about the scheme on GOV.UK.