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Finance Apprentice

UCS College Group · Bridgwater · posted 21 July 2026

Wage
£20,258 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Higher (Level 4)
Standard
Professional accounting technician (level 4)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
5 August 2026
Positions
1

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We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Apprentice to join our Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in finance while gaining valuable workplace experience and completing a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Working alongside experienced finance professionals, you will support a range of financial processes across accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial administration. You will also work closely with colleagues across the College, providing excellent customer service and ensuring financial procedures are followed accurately.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Match supplier invoices to approved purchase orders and support staff with purchase order queries
  • Monitor supplier statements and resolve discrepancies in accordance with payment terms
  • Assist with setting up new suppliers and ensuring compliance with relevant HMRC guidance
  • Support payment processing, petty cash administration, and monthly reconciliations
  • Help raise sales invoices and assist with debt collection and income-related queries
  • Reconcile daily commercial income and prepare finance journals.
    Support month-end, year-end, and audit activities
  • Provide assistance to budget holders and respond to finance-related enquiries
  • Carry out general administrative duties including filing and post handling
  • Work collaboratively across the Finance Team and wider College departments

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a successful career in finance while gaining practical experience within a supportive and professional environment.

Where it leads

  • Potential for roles across the group

About UCS College Group

The formation of UCS College Group marks a pivotal moment for Somerset. We are creating a stronger, united force for education, driven by one vision; to transform the lives and communities through learning and partnerships.

As one of the largest college groups in England, UCS College Group is ideally placed to influence and shape educational and economic policies benefitting Somerset; playing a pivotal role in driving initiatives that deliver inward investment, enhance local infrastructures and ensure educational advancements translate into broad-scale economic benefits.

Each College will remain embedded in its local community, with its own Principal and Local College Board, ensuring that decisions and delivery remain locally informed and responsive whilst leveraging the group’s resources and initiatives.

Things to consider

Any offer of employment will be subject to employment references, medical clearance and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingNon judgemental

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4/C or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Bridgwater Centre, Bath Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4PZ

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