Job Description

The Tilian Partnership
Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP31 1AD
Salary: 13.05 - 13.26 per hour
Hours: 15 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
Reference: 8220


Due to the recent growth of our Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) we are seeking a highly motivated finance professional, with excellent communication and IT skills to join our busy and expanding central MAT team on the Norfolk/Suffolk border.


The Tilian Partnership is a trust that is passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their potential, whilst developing their excitement for learning and exploring the world around them, creating opportunities and experiences designed to help them discover and flourish.


Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and working in tandem with the trust's Finance Officers you will have responsibility for the purchase ledger operations for our primary schools. You will work as part of a close-knit finance team and closely with the schools, as a key member of a high-quality finance support service.


You will already have purchase ledger experience and ideally have worked in the education sector. You will have strong financial and organisational skills to ensure prompt and accurate purchase ledger accounting. You will support our schools in maximising efficiency and best value for money.


This is a flexible hybrid role, combining remote working with regular attendance at the Central MAT office based at Bardwell, near Bury St Edmunds as the work requires.


You will:


process all purchase invoices for the trust, including, add scanned invoice documents to the finance system, process purchase invoices and credit notes on the finance system, matching to purchase orders where relevant
prepare supplier payments and uploading to the banking system
reconcile supplier statements and resolving any queries arising therefrom
ensure maintenance of accurate purchase ledger records and compliance with trust policies and procedures
manage supplier queries
add new suppliers to the finance system
assist in preparing the working papers and information required by the trust's auditors.


You will have:


strong purchase ledger skills, having already worked in an accounts payable function previously and have a good understanding of end-to-end purchase ledger and general accounting principles
good IT skills, particularly MS Excel
the ability to work independently and as part of a small team
high attention to detail and accuracy.


We will offer you a:


unique rewarding opportunity to be part of a growing, friendly, and supportive team, with the ability to help shape future strategy, processes, and procedures
commitment to your professional development
flexible approach to working
commitment to your personal well-being.


To find out more


Please read the (word)


For further information, please visit our website or contact Louise Bartrum by either emailing HR@tilian.org.ok or calling 07949 312170.


How to apply


To apply, please complete the Application Form (Word) and send this to Louise Bartrum by email to HR@tilian.org.uk


Please ensure that you complete all relevant information in the application form.


Covering letters are acceptable but CVs are not.


Closing date: 12.00 pm, 12 January 2026.


Statement on Child Protection and Safeguarding


The Tilian Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In our schools we create a culture of safeguarding which is the responsibility of all staff.


When applying for a post at one of our schools you will be subject to a safer recruitment process as follows:


If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure, which you will need to bring with you to the interview (in an envelope marked confidential).


During the interview process, the interview panel will explore your skills, experience and attitudes and the questions asked will include questions about safeguarding of children.


If you accept a post at one of our schools, you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).


Important documents to read:


Safeguarding Policy
Child Protection Procedure (included in appendix 2 of Safeguarding Policy)
Tilian Code of Conduct for Staff
Staff Induction Policy


Work Location: In person