Finance Clerk - LAAT

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and committed Finance Clerk to join our team based in Ruskington. There is some flexibility for hybrid office and home-based working.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in a range of day‑to‑day transactional finance activities, including purchase ledger duties, supplier database management, and supplier statement reconciliation.
• Process and post invoices, raise orders, and reconcile the Trust’s credit cards and bank accounts.
• Provide high‑quality service to our schools and central team, communicating with stakeholders daily.
• Handle queries, general office duties, and maintain accurate, secure finance records in accordance with Data Protection legislation.
• Review the nominal ledger, provide analysis, and ensure adherence to financial procedures and regulatory requirements (Education and Skills Funding Agency, Companies Act, Charities Commission, HMRC, Pension Regulator).
• Collaborate with the Trust Accountant and other central finance team members, attending regular meetings and maintaining confidentiality.
• Carry out tasks in line with LAAT Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, and Safeguarding policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• AAT Level 2/Level 3, bookkeeping qualification, or working towards one.
• Previous experience in a finance role with an understanding of key financial controls.
• Strong customer focus, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient in computerised accounting packages and advanced Excel.
• Ability to use judgment, prioritise workload, and escalate issues when necessary.
• Understanding of and empathy with the Christian values of the organisation.

Benefits

• The chance to work within a highly qualified and effective Finance team.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and salary progression throughout the grade.

Policies and Compliance

All employees must adhere to the Trust’s policies on confidentiality, Data Protection, and safeguarding. This includes recognising potential abuse of children and vulnerable adults, following the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy, and protecting the welfare of children during work.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, shortlisted candidates will be subject to internet searches to support safer recruitment. The purpose of this is to identify any publicly available incidents or issues that the school might wish to explore with applicants during the interview process. Searches are conducted by personnel not directly involved in recruitment, and only relevant information is shared with the interview panel.