Job Description

We are only accepting applications via My New Term, the link is on our website

Required to start as soon as possible, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Finance Assistant to join our Central Team and contribute to the development of the finance service.

As part of the Central Finance team, you will: provide financial support and advice services for the academies within the Trust, ensuring that efficient and effective processes and systems are followed to support Trust compliance.

The successful candidate will be able to work at pace, contributing effectively to the team and be a self-motivated individual. As an employer we invest in our employees and develop our talent, giving access to CPD that supports our employees to be the best they can be.

This role would suit an experienced Finance Assistant or someone looking for their first finance role with the opportunity to train and progress as part of a supportive team.

Applicants are welcome to discuss any aspect of the role with Georgina Butler (Director of Finance).

Chorus Education Trust is proud to support flexible working arrangements.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To be responsible for carrying out a range of financial processing monitoring and administrative duties to the standards required by the academy, the ESFA, Audit Commission and the accountancy profession. Duties will include, but not be limited to:

Operate financial and clerical systems within the Trust in a secure manner.

Maintain appropriate financial records as necessary.

Undertake financial tasks in order with the Trust's policies and procedures.

Operate the Trust's financial systems including processing and review of orders, deliveries and invoices.

Place orders for goods and equipment, checking deliveries and investigating discrepancies with suppliers.

To negotiate with suppliers to ensure best value in regard to goods and services.

To guide colleagues in relation to best value practice and efficient use of public monies.

Process and authorise invoices in accordance with Trust finance procedures.

Process payments by BACS or cheque.

Maintain creditor and debtor records, and liaise as appropriate, in order that payment of invoice legislation is complied with.

Liaise with teachers, support staff, parents and third parties concerning payments due in respect of school trips and other debts, including raising of debtor accounts and credit control.

Check invoices for prepayments and asset register items.

Responsible for petty cash float and transactions, ensuring correct handling and recording of cash in accordance with procedures.

Collection or Receipt, recording and accounting for all income received by the school/Trust, including distribution of receipts.

Prepare weekly banking for paying-in.

Assist the Finance Officer/Manager with monthly bank reconciliations, monthly payroll input and the checking of payroll reports.

Maintain the School Fund account and assist the Finance Officer/ Manager in the preparation of final accounts for audit and any other financial reports as necessary.

Liaise with teaching and support staff and respond to enquiries on matters within the post holder's responsibility.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,584.00-27,711.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person