Finance Apprentice
Shape the future, starting with yours - Join AQA as a Finance Apprentice and become part of a dynamic team that supports the organisation’s strategic goals. Over this two-year programme, you’ll rotate across key areas of our Finance team, Accounts Payable, Billing and Collections, Payroll, and Financial Control, gaining hands-on experience and building a strong foundation for your future. We will also support you to undertake a Level 3 Assistant Accountant qualification through the apprenticeship levy.
Please note you will need to complete and pass a mandatory 4 day on-line bookkeeping course before you can begin the qualification.
What you’ll be doing
As a finance apprentice, you’ll rotate through several core teams, developing a broad understanding of how finance supports the business:
Billing and Collections
Process and issue customer invoices, match payments, monitor aged debt, and support month-end reporting.
Accounts Payable
Process supplier invoices, reconcile statements, support month-end close, and maintain accurate transaction records.
Payroll
Observe and support payroll runs, shadow data processing, assist with payroll queries, and contribute to reporting and reconciliation.
Financial Control
Assist with management accounts, reconciliations, journal entries, and audit preparation.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for a numerate, analytical individual with a passion for data and problem-solving. You’ll need to be curious, detail-oriented, and able to communicate insights clearly with A-levels or equivalent are preferred. To be eligible for this scheme, applicants must have at least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) including Maths and English. Other key qualities we'd like to see include:
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Discretion in handling confidential information
- Good time management and independence
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
What you’ll get out of it
We offer a fully funded apprenticeship, a supportive team, and the chance to make a real impact in education. You’ll gain valuable experience, build confidence, and grow your career in a passionate organisation with a purpose. Other benefits include:
- A salary of £23,500
- Mentoring from Senior Leadership
- A buddy to guide you through the programme
- Working on real, projects that make an impact
- You’ll take part in an accredited interpersonal skills training programme, including presenting, influencing and problem solving
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Ready to make a difference in education? Apply now
At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone—regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background—is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
Contact our team
Email: opportunities@aqa.org.uk
Call: 0800 197 7162
Opening hours: 8am–5pm Monday to Friday
Reasonable Adjustments
If you need any reasonable adjustments to be made to the application, interview or the prospective job, please contact Faye Harrison (she/her) at
Email: fharrison@aqa.org.uk
Tel: 07813 724161
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