Finance Apprentice

Assist with debt collection, including liaising with Legal for outstanding cases. Support the management of leases and licences for concessions, rents, and other property-related income. Assist in producing accounts for fees, rents, and other council charges. Issue reminders and follow up on payments in line with timetables. Assist with income reconciliation and ensure accurate coding of transactions. Ensure payments are processed on time, avoiding duplication. Maintain compliance with VAT regulations and statutory requirements. Manage external post and electronic communications efficiently. Support Freedom of Information requests.

Training:

East Sussex College will provide the apprenticeship framework which will include Knowledge, Skills, Behaviour, Diploma (if included), Functional Skills. Weekly/block college attendance for Trade, Engineering and Hairdressing apprenticeships. 

East Sussex College will ensure Health & Safety, and Equality & Diversity.

Training Outcome:

Permanent full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:

Hastings Borough Council serves as the local authority for the historic seaside town of Hastings in East Sussex. Operating from Muriel Matters House on the seafront, the council is responsible for key services including housing, planning, waste and recycling, licensing, and maintaining the town’s seafront and public spaces

 

Working Hours :
Combination of remote working and office as required.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Ability to work independently