ABOUT THE ROLE

Northumbria University is looking for a detail-driven and proactive individual to join our Finance and Strategic Planning team as an AAT Apprentice. This is your opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic finance environment while earning a nationally recognised qualification.

As an integral part of our finance operations, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality financial services across the University. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting accurate accounting transactions and monitoring the University's income, expenditure, and balance sheet
• Producing and distributing regular financial system reports to support decision-making
• Contributing to annual budget preparation, monitoring, and statutory accounts reporting
• Delivering exceptional customer service to colleagues and external stakeholders

Further information is available in the job description.

The training provider Kaplan working with us to deliver the apprenticeship is Kaplan.

You can find further details about the training for AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting at Skills England.

Under the apprentice scheme, a minimum of six hours will be invested in training towards the achievement of your qualification. In addition to the support offered through the training provider, a workplace mentor will provide practical advice and guidance throughout the duration of your apprenticeship.

The role is initially 18 months fixed term, with the possibility of progressing onto the AAT Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting.

ABOUT THE TEAM

This position sits within the Financial Planning and Reporting team, in Finance and Strategic Planning.