Finance Assistant

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and organised person to play a key role in our school.  We are looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to deliver the effective management of the operational school finances.

The successful candidate must have evidence of a financial background, and experience of working in a school would be an advantage.

The candidate should be able to demonstrate in their application;

• An ability to work on your own initiative but also work well as part of a team

• Are able to prioritise, plan and manage workload, including meeting management deadlines

• Are accurate and well organised in approach to work

Responsibilities include:

• Processing orders for goods and services

• Payment of invoices by BACS

• Receiving and reconciling payments in respect of school activities

• Dealing with and responding to a variety of contact from external sources including direct, telephone and written email correspondence, ensuring clear precise and accurate information.

A good knowledge of Microsoft Office software particularly excel is essential and previous accounting software desirable, experience of SIMS/PS Finance software is an advantage.

The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy opened in September 2014 and moved into its brand new whole-school rebuild in September 2017.

The Academy received a “Good” in all aspects following its first Ofsted inspection in March 2017 and is now working towards being graded as “Outstanding” at its next inspection. The Academy also benefits from an on-site nursery open to both staff and the general public which also has a grading of “Good” from Ofsted, as well as a fully equipped gym.

We are committed to high-quality, collaborative and relevant CPD for all members of staff to enable and support them to make the best possible progress in their role and in their future career development. As a growing school there are many opportunities for ‘in-house’ progression.

The Academy is located within a short walk of Therapia Lane Tram Stop, mid-way between East Croydon and Wimbledon Mainline Stations and underground connections, both of which are approximately 15 minutes by tram from the school.

To apply please complete the Academy's application form available both here on the TES and on our website, under the vacancies section, at www.lanfranc.org.uk

Completed application forms can be returned by mail/ email to:

The Principal, The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, Mitcham Road, Croydon CR9 3AS.

Email: recruitment@lanfranc.org.uk

Telephone: 020 8689 1255

Website: www.lanfranc.org.uk

Closing date for applications: Thursday 15 June 2021

The Academy reserves the right to interview suitably qualified candidates ahead of the application deadline where appropriate.

Applications from agencies will not be considered and all applications must be made on the Academy’s application form.

The Academy is fully committed to the safeguarding and well-being of all its students and staff. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory enhanced clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service.