Tier1 is looking for an Accounts and Finance Apprentice to join the finance team at our head office in Whitefield, Manchester. You’ll earn £18,000 a year while working towards an AAT Level 2 qualification, with hands-on experience from day one and a clear route to further study.
Applications close on Friday 13th November 2026, with the role starting on Monday 23rd November 2026.
The role at a glance
| Salary | £18,000 a year |
| Hours | Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (40 hours a week), on-site |
| Location | 59 Stanley Road, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 8GZ |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Qualification | Accounts or Finance Assistant (Level 2), delivered by Damar Training |
| Start date | Monday 23rd November 2026 |
What you’ll be doing
You’ll work closely with our finance team on the day-to-day work that keeps the business running smoothly:
- Customer accounts: raising and processing invoices, allocating payments, reconciling accounts and following up outstanding balances
- Reconciliations and month end: helping with bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and preparing information for our Management Accountant
- Records and queries: keeping finance records accurate and organised, checking employee expenses, and handling routine queries from colleagues, customers and suppliers
As your knowledge and confidence grow, you’ll take on more responsibility across the finance function and gain exposure to the wider business.
Your training
Your training is delivered by Damar Training alongside your work at Tier1. Over the year, you’ll learn how to:
- Record transactional data and spot issues such as reconciliation differences or mismatched invoices
- Use accounting software to manage data accurately and securely
- Plan and review your own tasks, and communicate clearly with colleagues, customers and suppliers
What we’re looking for
You’ll need a minimum of five GCSEs, including Maths at grade 6/B or above and English at grade 5/C or above. A-Levels or BTECs in Business, Finance, Accounting or Economics are desirable.
We’re also looking for:
- Strong attention to detail and good numeracy
- Good organisation and time management
- Clear written and verbal communication, plus basic Excel and Microsoft Office skills
If you have other relevant qualifications or experience, include them in your application. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
What you’ll get
- An employee assistance programme and a pension
- A day off for your birthday
- Regular work events
- The option to buy extra holiday through salary sacrifice
Where it can lead
This apprenticeship is designed as the foundation for a long-term career in finance. Complete your AAT Level 2 and perform well in the role, and there will be opportunities to move on to further AAT qualifications and more advanced accounting responsibilities at Tier1.
Apprenticeships have a strong track record here. Previous Tier1 apprentices have progressed into roles including Operations Director and Operations Team Leader.
About Tier1
Since 1995, Tier1 has helped organisations across the UK manage their IT equipment securely and sustainably. From our sites in Manchester and Maldon, we provide secure data destruction, refurbishment and resale of IT equipment for businesses and public sector organisations.
In 2024, we received the King’s Award for Enterprise for Promoting Opportunity through Social Mobility, recognising our prison workshop programme. Supporting people to build skills and careers is central to how we work, and this apprenticeship is part of that.
How to apply
Applications close on Friday 13th November 2026. Apply online on the Find an Apprenticeship (GOV.UK) website, reference VAC2000058988
Have a question about the apprenticeship? Contact Sabina Adam at Damar Training on Sabina.Adam@damartraining.com or 07566 289 979.
