Finance Apprentice

Job Introduction

Do you enjoy working with numbers and spotting patterns? Are you curious about what data can tell us and how financial decisions shape a business? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to start your career in finance.

Let us tell you more……

As a Finance Apprentice, you’ll work alongside our friendly and knowledgeable Finance team, supporting our Finance Business Partners with financial analysis, reporting and decision making. 

There will be some transactional tasks, but this role goes far beyond that. You’ll learn why our processes matter, how financial data drives decisions, and how your work influences the wider business. And with our new, more intuitive finance system in place when you join us, you’ll spend less time on manual admin and more time exploring what the numbers actually mean.

You’ll gain hands on experience across a wide range of finance activities while developing strong analytical and problem solving skills. We’ll support you every step of the way, with full on the job training and guidance from experienced finance professionals.

This apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to kick‑start your career in finance while gaining a recognised qualification and making a real difference to how we operate as an organisation.

What qualification will I be working towards?

You’ll be working towards a Level 4 Accounting Technician qualification.

This will involve:

• One day per week dedicated to study
• College attendance (in Leeds) as and when required
• Completing all required assignments, assessments and exams alongside your role

What will I be doing? 

You’ll be supported, mentored and encouraged as you build your confidence and capability within the Finance team. Your role will give you exposure to how financial information supports business decisions across the organisation.

Here’s some of what you’ll be getting involved in:

• Supporting Finance Business Partners with analysis and decision support
• Assisting with financial modelling and performance analysis
• Helping to produce monthly finance reports and other management information
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and long term planning activities‑term planning activities
• Working with colleagues across finance and the wider business to understand performance drivers
• Contributing to statutory, regulatory and external reporting where required
• Building strong working relationships across teams
• Attending college and completing all apprenticeship requirements
• As you grow in the role, you may also be asked to take on additional responsibilities that support your development.

This role comes with an agile home working contract, which means you’ll spend much of your time working from home. You’ll also come into our workspace in Leeds for finance team meetings, coworking sessions and development days. We’ll actively encourage you to get out and about too - visiting our sites, seeing the work Yorkshire Housing does firsthand, and understanding the services we provide to our customers.

What you’ll bring to the role:

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised and keen to learn. You don’t need previous finance experience - we’ll teach you - but you should be comfortable working with numbers and data.

You’ll also have:

• 2 A Levels (Grades A–D)  or equivalent
• 5 GCSEs (Grades 9–4 / A–C) or equivalent, including English and Maths
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships
• The ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong team‑working skills with a flexible approach
• Basic experience using Excel, PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office tools
• An interest in using data and technology to support analysis 

It would be a bonus if you have:

• Some experience working in an office environment
• Intermediate Excel skills

If you’re reading this and thinking “I don’t meet every single requirement” - don’t let that put you off. We’re interested in potential, attitude and willingness to learn just as much as experience.

To get started on this apprenticeship, you’ll need to:

• Be 16 or over on 7th September 2026
• Be able to live and work in the UK, and have lived here for the past three years
• Not already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same level or higher
• Not be in full‑time or part‑time education when your apprenticeship begins

A bit more about us 

At Yorkshire Housing, we own and manage over 20,000 homes across the region. Providing our customers with a place they’re proud to call home is at the heart of everything we do.

As we continue to grow and evolve, having strong financial insight is key - and as a Finance Apprentice, you’ll play an important part in helping us make informed, responsible decisions for the future.

What’s in it for you? 

In return, we offer:

• A salary of £18,200 per annum
• 35 hours per week
• 26 days annual leave, rising annually to 31 days, plus Bank Holidays
• A generous benefits package including: 
  • • Health cash plan
    • Retail discounts
    • Pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 9%
    • Wellbeing support including free fitness classes, counselling and GP access
    • 2 paid volunteer days per year

This is a 20‑month fixed‑term apprenticeship, and once you’re qualified, we’ll work with you to explore future opportunities with us - because we know good talent when we see it.

In line with our commitment to growing future talent, and subject to business requirements and available opportunities, there may be scope to continue your professional development post apprenticeship - potentially towards finance qualifications such as CIMA or ACCA.

So, now you’re really interested? 

At YH, we’re actively building a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where everyone can contribute their best work and be themselves. We believe difference is what makes us stronger and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities we serve, so we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds for this role. 

We’re committed to recruiting top talent and valuing our customers unique experiences to help us stay customer-focused. That’s why we’re actively encouraging  our customers to apply. 

If you require additional support with your application, or have any further questions, please contact our recruitment team via email at recruitment@yorkshirehousing.co.uk. 

Key Dates & What Happens Next

Closing date: Sunday 29 March 2026

We might close the role early if we’re lucky enough to get lots of brilliant applications — so don’t hang about!

Make sure your application gives us the full picture. If your CV doesn’t tell the whole story, this is your chance to really shine and show us why you’d be a great fit.

As you can probably tell, we don’t do things the “typical” way at Yorkshire Housing.  The next stage will be an exciting, in‑person assessment centre, where we’ll get to meet you and see your potential in action.

Assessment Day: 22 or 24 April 2026 in Leeds

Start Date: Monday 7 September 2026