Apprentice - Finance
Location: Council Offices, Benfleet
Job Title: Finance Apprentice
Full Time – 37 hours per week
Salary - National Minimum Wage (age dependent)
Course: AAT Level 2 (In person course, either Southend or Chelmsford)
Course Start Date: September/October 2026
Contract Duration: Fixed term for 12 months
(Dependent on experience / qualifications, level 3 may be considered)
Castle Point Borough Council is looking for a Finance Apprentice to join our busy Finance team within the Corporate and Customer Directorate.
We are seeking someone who can:
- Assist with financial reconciliations and reporting
- Process transactions, refunds, and system interfaces
- Support budget preparation and year-end accounts
- Help maintain the contracts register and insurance records
- Learn VAT and CIS processes as part of their apprenticeship training
- Provide administrative support across the Finance service
Key Skills and Abilities:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally
- Basic IT skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
Experience:
No experience is required, but we will be looking for someone with a genuine interest in finance.
Qualifications:
Applicants must be willing to undertake a relevant finance or accounting qualification as part of the apprenticeship.
Not only is this a great opportunity to start your career in local government finance, but you’ll also benefit from:
- 27 days annual leave
- FREE gym membership
- Supportive team environment and training opportunities
For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact:
Carrie Cox, Chief Accountant
Email: CCox@castlepoint.gov.uk
Phone: 01268 882355
Interviews will be held week commencing 14, 17, 18 August 2026 at the Council offices in Kiln Road.
The successful applicant will be subject to a Basic Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
Castle Point Borough Council is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus.
Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.