Job Description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people's lives.

This is a Fixed Term Contract Until 31/08/2028.

Bath and North East Somerset Council is offering a three year Apprenticeship in the Management Accounts Team within the Finance Department.

About the Team

The team is responsible for providing financial and resource management support for the Council's services which covers areas such as Education, Social Care, Safeguarding, Commissioning, Public Health, Green Transformation, Sustainability, Commercial, Finance, Legal, Development, Environment and Partnership Services by:

Promoting the efficient and effective use of resources through proactive financial and resource management advice. Providing comprehensive financial services including accounting, budgeting, analysis, financial systems and financial administration. Providing financial advice, on behalf of the s151 Officer, to the Council Executive, Overview & Scrutiny and senior management. Attending management meetings.

About the Role

This will be a three year apprenticeship in Finance with AAT training provided by a training provider of our choice. Elements of business administration may be included for the first year. Moving into the 2nd / 3rd year of the apprenticeship will be subject to you progressing well in your studies and at work.


The apprentice will initially work on fundamental / entry level finance duties as part of their course but will gradually progress over the years to more specialised and technical finance functions.


At the end of 3 years the apprentices specialising in Finance will achieve a Level 3 AAT qualification.


In addition to the formal learning provided by a training provider of our choice, the Council will provide access to Corporate training (e.g. Customer Services skills, coaching, IT etc.) and individual one to one supervisory meetings and Personal Development Plans.


The main place of work will be the award-winning, modern Civic Centre in Keynsham, halfway between Bath and Bristol, easily accessible via car or public transport, with a train station 5 minutes' walk away. Council offices are currently located in Bath, Keynsham and Midsomer Norton and any travel costs incurred when travelling between offices will be reimbursed in line with the Council's Corporate Travel Policy.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what's involved, please contact Sarah Howell, Group Accountant, on sarah_howell@bathnes.gov.uk or call 01225395118.

Interview date: 11/08/2025

Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council's at-risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.*

About Bath & North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to

https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve peoples live. Find out more about our values at

https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at

https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity

We are a Disability Confident Employer find out more at

https://shorturl.at/ajrsW