Job Description

Are you a bright and ambitious individual looking to kickstart your career in management accountancy? We have a great opportunity in Strategic Finance to harness your skills and become part of the next generation of finance business partners, working alongside the Adult Social Care and Health service to help inform decision making.




This role will work alongside an established team, supporting to set and monitor budgets and help to produce financial information to all levels of the organisation. Your days will be varied and offer you a view to many aspects of the running of the Adult Social Care department. You will support a wide range of tasks including attending directorate management meetings to helping budget managers produce their monthly forecasts and help to produce savings plans whilst studying for a Professional Qualification (AAT Level 3).
We are looking for candidates who:
Are committed and driven to begin their career in accountancy Have 5 passes at QCF Level 2 have an A level 2 accounting technician qualification or equivalent Are ambitious to embark on a career that offers variety and independence
When writing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests


Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. Interviews will be taking place in early September. Please let us know if you have gaps in your availability and we will aim to accommodate.


A career in finance gives you a unique view of the organisation and the apprenticeship offers a chance to develop your skills fast.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page .
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Sarah Attwood, Head of Finance ASCH,

sarah.attwood@eastsussex.gov.uk

to request a MS teams call or phone call.





I started as an apprentice and wouldn't be where I am today without East Sussex. I've been given opportunities and have been really well supported by my management team and colleagues. Peter, Contract and Commercial Supervisor

Additional Information



Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.



If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) .



If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.