Business Administrator Apprentice - Hull City Council Accounting Team

Assisting with the processing and verification of invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial procedures Supporting the maintenance of financial records and systems, including data entry, filing, and document management Providing administrative support to the Appointees and Deputyship function, including handling correspondence and updating client records Assisting the Children’s Finance team with payment administration, including foster care allowances and other related payments Responding to internal and external enquiries in a professional and timely manner, escalating issues where appropriate Supporting general office administration, including the preparation of reports, monitoring shared inboxes, and contributing to process improvements

Training:
Advanced Business Administration Standard Functional Skills in maths, English if required On-programme learning to include knowledge, skills and behaviours relating to all aspects of business administration Regular training and development sessions to meet the needs of the employer and the apprentice

Training Outcome:
Potential future job opportunities for the successful candidate with Hull City Council

Employer Description:

The General Accounting Team provides essential transactional financial support across all services within the Council. The team is made up of three key functions: Central Payments, Appointees and Deputyship, and Children’s Finance. Together, these teams ensure that public funds are managed accurately, transparently, and in line with statutory and financial regulations.

The Central payments team is responsible for processing trade supplier invoices for the whole of Hull City Council. Invoices are paid against purchase order numbers utilising a 3-way matching system.

The Appointees and Deputyship team deliver financial support to members of the public who lack capacity to manage their own finances. This includes receiving benefits, securing property and assets, and paying bills on behalf of the client, whilst always maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring all moneys are appropriately accounted for.

Children’s Finance is responsible for managing and facilitating payments to carers who support Looked after children. This includes payments for foster care, allowances, and other associated costs.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, working hours to be agreed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Excellent interpersonal skills,Friendly manner