Finance Apprentice

To support colleagues developing skills and knowledge required to assist with Finance Department processes and procedures. To develop skills, knowledge and behaviours in general office administration tasks including arranging meetings, taking minutes, filing and data input. To develop skills and knowledge of Accountancy, Creditors, Debtors and Budgeting processes. To develop skills required to process ledger transactions and collate data in spreadsheets. To develop the required skills and knowledge to make follow up calls and written communications where necessary. To undertake all aspects of Finance service gaining and developing an understanding of business processes and the ‘hands on’ approach of excellent service delivery. To comply with Information Security and Data Protection policy and principles. To undertake any other tasks as agreed with the Finance Department Team Leaders.

Training:

This is a work based programme which means that predominantly, your learning will take place on the site of your employment and within your contracted working hours.  

You will work with expert assessors and tutors to develop new knowledge, skills and behaviours within the profession.

You will experience a blended learning model.

Training Outcome:

Further career progression would be considered for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
Mansfield District Council provides a wide range of services across the district . By joining us you will be helping to contribute towards making the Mansfield district a better place to work and live. The Council's vision is to create a more positive image of the area of Mansfield district to develop people, businesses and investment in the area. We also want to improve confidence, pride and dignity so that everyone can enjoy a good quality of life in their neighbourhoods and communities.

Working Hours :
08:30 - 17:00, Monday to Friday Flexible hours working system is in place (with lunch break not paid).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative