Finance Officer - South East Cluster

Finance Officer - South East Cluster

Full time, Permanent

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year 

Location: Based at New Rickstones Academy

£20,401 - £26,000

If you are looking to develop your career in accounting and finance then this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience as part of our dynamic finance team. This is a varied finance role within a friendly and motivated team, and will give you exposure to the workings of a large, forward-thinking organisation. You will be reporting directly to the Finance and Operations Manager. Some of your responsibilities will include:  

• Process all income from the group of schools, ensuring accurate spreadsheet records are maintained and weekly banking deadlines are adhered to 
• Process financial data on the academies financial management system, including monthly recharges, raising of debtor invoices and BACS payments 
• Production of monthly reports for all budget holders in the group of schools

You will:  

• Have great organisational skills and attention to detail;   
• Be highly motivated and able to work independently and as part of the team; and   

This role provides genuine opportunity for career progression to individuals with a committed and proactive attitude!

We offer:  

• More influence - As a Trust with 57 schools, the work of our support team directly influences the lives of tens of thousands of children.   
• More opportunity for a national role - Our central team develops strategies and resources that support our schools nationwide.   
• More connection - A chance to experience what’s happening within our diverse schoolss.   
• More technology so you can make more impact - Google Workplace Enterprise for Education embedded throughout. Collaborative cloud technology gives you access to the latest tools, when and where it suits you. More tech enabled classrooms mean less time spent on admin.   
• More ambitious, professional and passionate colleagues.

Closing date:  3rd July 2022 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

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We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

Academies Enterprise Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.