Finance Officer
Ref: SCH-WDT-0172 5 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 52.143 Pay Grade: NJC Scale 6 Point 19 - 22The Role
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Finance Officer, with good financial acumen, strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and who is confident in communicating with a range of stakeholders.
As the school’s Finance Officer, you will be responsible for ordering & payments on all systems and bank accounts, including the processing of payments, external invoices generation and the sourcing of goods. You will be required to monitor local budgets and report to budget holders and the School Business Manager (SBM) as requested. You will also have the experience and knowledge to prepare monthly financial reports and narratives for the SBM and Principal in compliance with Trust requirements, including statements of income and expenditure.
The role will involve working with another finance administrator, as part of the school’s Finance Team, under the direction of the School Business Manager. You will also work closely with the Trust’s central Finance Team and have a network of colleagues within the school Finance Teams across the Trust.
The successful applicant will have experience of the operation of financial controls and processes; both purchasing and income related. They will be an experienced financial administrator who is confident in managing and prioritising their own workload and that of others.
A comprehensive programme of CPD supports colleagues at all career stages; through the Multi-Academy Trust we provide excellent career opportunities for our staff.
Colleagues seeking a varied, challenging and rewarding career can find this in the Wade Deacon family.
The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance.
Qualifications
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| GCSE's grade A* - C, including English and Maths or equivalents |
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Skills
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| The ability to prioritise and organise own workload |
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| Relate to and work with others as a member of a team |
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| Good standard of ICT literacy including the use of Microsoft Office 365 |
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| Experience/Knowledge | |
| Experience the operation of financial controls and processes (purchasing and income related) |
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| Experience of financial administration, including raising purchase orders, preparing invoices for payment, liaising with suppliers. |
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| Experience of meeting deadlines to ensure the effective management of resources. |
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| Experience of providing high-level support in a busy environment |
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Commitment to promoting the ethos and values of the school |
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| Ability to relate well to the full range of stakeholders |
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| Organisational Fit | |
| Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively |
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| Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times |
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Safeguarding Information
The Wade Deacon Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure. All applicants should read the school’s Safeguarding/Child Protection policy and Safer Recruitment Policy, which are available on our websites.
The Grange Academy
Latham Avenue
Runcorn
Runcorn
WA7 5DX
Elaine Hall
hr@thegrangeacademy.co.uk