Finance Apprentice

NORTH-EAST OF ENGLAND BIC LTD

TYNE & WEAR (SR5 2TA)

Closes in 18 days (Monday 10 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 21 July 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to play a key part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation.

Wage

£27,500 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 17 August 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Manage daily cash flow, monitoring bank accounts and ensuring funds are allocated effectively
  • Raise sales invoices and purchase orders promptly
  • Process staff expenses accurately and within agreed timescales
  • Handle supplier payments in line with company payment terms
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across: Sales ledger, Purchase ledger and Normal ledger
  • Record incoming payments and issue monthly customer statements
  • Bank cash and cheque payments
  • Support credit control activities, including chasing outstanding debts and assisting with debtor reporting
  • Produce and maintain financial reports and spreadsheets
  • Process recurring monthly invoices and grant payments

Where you'll work

SUNDERLAND ENTERPRISE PARK
RIVERSIDE
SUNDERLAND
TYNE & WEAR
SR5 2TA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

ZENITH TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
  • Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
  • Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
  • Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
  • Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
  • Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
  • Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
  • Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

  • This is a fully work-based programme.
  • You will get allocated time to complete your apprenticeship work and also receive regular meetings with your training provider.
  • You will be studying the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

About this employer

The North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC) is a well-established, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting businesses across the North East. We work with a diverse range of clients—from start-ups and growing SMEs to public sector organisations—helping to drive innovation, growth, and entrepreneurial success across the region.

https://www.ne-bic.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunities to develop your skills and experience
  • The chance to be part of an organisation that makes a real impact in the region
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • Potential progression into a full time role upon completion of apprenticeship for the right candidate

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ZENITH TRAINING LIMITED

Ian Wilkinson

Ian@we-are-zenith.com

01919171097

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000043767.

Apply now

Closes in 18 days (Monday 10 August 2026 at 11:59pm)