Accounts Payable Administrator

The David Ross Education Trust is now recruiting for an Accounts Payable Administrator. This role is offering a range of fantastic benefits including access to a very generous Local Government Pension Scheme and 30 days annual leave, plus statutory holidays! 

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

We have a very exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Administrator to join our team in Loughborough. You will play a vital role in our team by processing, reconciling, and reporting supplier transactions with accuracy in a timely manner for our head office and 34 academies.

This is a full-time (37 hours per week) permanent position within the team. 

Salary & Benefits

£21,000 per annum (plus an additional £1,900 per annum FTE increase, pay review pending)

Access to very generous Local Government Pension Scheme

30 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

GCSE's including English and Maths at grade C/4 (or equivalent) 

Experience working within an accounts payable or finance role with a focus on controls and reconciliations

Experience of reconciling supplier statements, processing invoices and credit notes, reconciling complex customer accounts

Demonstrable experience of building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Experience of using the Microsoft Office package, use of Excel

Excellent attention to detail 

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Commitment to and promotion of safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people 

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country. Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please apply through our website.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety polices and procedures of the Trust. 

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.