finance associate Taunton, England
Job description
This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work for an innovative and growing local Multi Academy Trust. This is a key role where you will manage the financial activities of your allocated Schools within the Trust and is therefore ideal for someone who has experience of working within a finance management role and enjoys meeting and communicating with a variety of people. The role will include some necessary local travel between Trust sites and may include working from home. Key tasks will include:
· Budget setting and forecasting
· Reviewing monthly management accounts, reporting variances and forecast outturns to Head Teachers and Central Trust.
· Liaison with Head Teachers regarding funding opportunities and other financial information
· Managing the production of invoices and debt collection
· Purchase order and invoice processing
· Overseeing production of requisitions ensuring compliance and correct coding
· Dealing with internal and external finance queries
The successful candidate will be a proficient user of Microsoft Office and ideally have two years previous finance office-based experience in a similar position (not necessarily in an education setting).
· Salary: Grade 12 Point 12 £24,496 up to Point 19 £27,852, pro-rata. Actual Salary based on 35 hours per week, 41 weeks per year £21,139 - £24,035.
· Hours: 30-35 hours per week ideally to be worked over 4/5 days per week. Term Time (38 weeks per year) plus 3 weeks – part time hours would be considered for a job share
· Start Date: ASAP
· Closing date: Noon on Weds 2nd August (interviews to be held Friday 4th August), please note this is subject to close early if a suitable applicant is found before the closing date.
To apply for this position, please complete the online application form and use the supporting statement box to explain how your values, knowledge, experience, skills and abilities meet the requirements of the Job Description.
Please provide a full employment history since leaving education and explain any gaps in your employment history and include dates. CVs and incomplete application forms will not be accepted.
Please read the application guidance notes and the Principal’s letter to applicants.
Richard Huish College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
These posts require a criminal background check via the disclosure procedure.
We actively promote equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
As part of the shortlisting, Richard Huish College may undertake an online search in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 30-35 per week
Salary: £21,139.00-£24,035.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Finance Officer
