Finance Officer - Purchase Ledger

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Officer – Purchase Ledger to join our busy Finance team based at our Northop site. The role is responsible for ensuring that purchase invoices are processed and paid in a timely and efficient manner. The Finance Officer will monitor financial records to ensure compliance with financial regulations and procedures, reconcile and produce appropriate financial statements and reports, liaise with college staff and external parties as necessary, assist with the development of financial procedures and systems, and undertake general office administrative duties in support of the Finance function.

Essential Requirements

• GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths
• Qualified to at least NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant professional area of expertise
• Possesses AAT Intermediate level or equivalent financial qualification
• Previous experience of working within a busy finance department
• Experience of coordinating procedures or processes within a financial department
• Competent user of IT – able to pick up new IT software and finance packages easily, and able to navigate the Internet and intranets
• Welsh skills are desirable for this specific post.

Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings, including access to tailored Welsh language training plans and incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services. We highly encourage applications in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Application forms, explanatory material and information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions are all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer. We are building a college that reflects the vibrant, diverse community we serve. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from under‑represented groups. Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must disclose all cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out but we may deem some convictions or cautions as unsuitable to work with children. Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary. Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We recommend that if you wish to be considered you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Benefits

• Excellent pension scheme(s)
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• On site nursery provision at our Deeside site
• Discounts on a range of college evening courses
• Access to a wide range of e‑learning and professional development
• Discounted gym membership
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities
• Free parking on all sites
• Cycle scheme
• Discounted rates for hairdressing and beauty treatments
• Discounted rates for restaurants
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave