Finance & HR Officer

VACANCY FOR FINANCE & HR OFFICER AT HARROLD PRIMARY ACADEMY

(including reception duties)

Salary: Grade 6, Point 7 £12,580.95 (FTE £24,294)

Hours of work: 21.75 per week, times to be agreed.

Weeks: 40 weeks (term time + 10 days)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, efficient and well-organised Finance & HR Officer to join our friendly, supportive team at Harrold Primary Academy. The role will be busy, varied and responsible as you will be undertaking the day-to-day finance and HR administration for the school. Aspects of the finance role will include managing and processing orders; payment of invoices, school trip monies and liaising with suppliers as well as payroll, day-to-day accounts and reconciliation. The HR function will include maintaining accurate personnel files, updating absence records; processing contractual variations and managing the school's single central record.

You will work closely with the Headteacher and you will be supported in your role by the core team including Trust HR Manager and Trust Accountant.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below or contact HR Officer (Kyla Murray) - kmurray@meridiantrust.co.uk.

The opportunity:

• You will be playing a vital role in the day-to-day running of the finance and HR function at the school
• A fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a real difference!
• Outstanding professional development opportunities to enhance your skills in Finance and HR
• Expert support from core team of professionals in Finance and HR
• A term-time plus 2 week role - offering flexibility around other commitments

The ideal candidate:

• Good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language & Mathematics
• Finance and/or HR qualification
• Understanding of general accounting procedures and processes
• Understanding of HR procedures and processes e.g. safer recruitment; absence management
• Competent IT user - Excel, Word and Outlook and/or Pupil Asset/SIMs
• Knowledge of finance software packages e.g. PSF or similar
• High level of accuracy when working with data
• Ability to prioritise, communicate and contribute effectively
• Is committed, reliable and has excellent professional standards

Benefits of working for us include:

• Free on-site parking       
• Eyecare vouchers       
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Programme, offering mental health and wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme       
• Generous sick pay and annual leave
• Free tea and coffee making facilities

About Harrold Primary Academy

Harrold Primary Academy is a happy, caring, and supportive school. The Academy was formed on the site of Harrold Lower School and Harrold Priory Middle School, opening its doors to the pupils aged 4 - 11 years in September 2017. The Academy celebrates and values their learning community and encourages children to respect each other’s cultures, faiths, and traditions. 

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities. Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 29 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire, and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 22nd May 2024 at 09:00am.

Interviews: Friday 7th June 2024

Please note that Meridian Trust reserve the right to interview candidates before the closing date of the advertisement.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.