Job Introduction
Post title
Accounting Apprentice
Salary
£25,185 - £28,142 (+ 2026 pay award)
Scale / Band
Grade 2 to Grade 3 depending on experience and qualification
Place of work
Worthing Town Hall - Hybrid Working Policy Applies
Closing date
4th September 2026
The Council is offering an opportunity to train to become Level 2 AAT qualified.
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to build a comprehensive skillset in a supportive financial environment.
The successful applicant must be committed to studying for the AAT professional qualification and becoming an active member of our thriving accounting team.
Your responsibilities will include:
Becoming proficient in our Financial Management System through accurate data input.
Developing your analytical skills by raising and working within spreadsheets to support the function in forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.
Gaining valuable experience working with both Microsoft and Google productivity suites.
Playing a key role in financial planning by supporting accountants in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and year-end final accounts..
Managing day-to-day transactions by inputting purchase orders and processing invoices for payment in compliance with Council policies.
Expanding your knowledge by assisting across various parts of the finance function, including providing valuable financial information to Service Managers.
Embracing our core ways of working by demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and a passion for delivering a high-quality service for our residents.
Contributing to the smooth running of the team through administrative support.
Expanding your knowledge by providing cover for the Treasury Management team when needed.
