The Stour Academy Trust is excited to announce a new position in their Finance Department. The role is for 37 hours per week and will be based at our Thistle Hill Academy. This would be a fulfilling role for either someone just beginning in finance or for an experienced person.
The successful applicant will be supportive of the wider finance team and will be based at our Thistle Hill Academy in the finance office.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- raising orders, processing sales and purchase invoices
- arranging BACS payments, processing funds received into schools and banking arrangements
- assisting with month-end procedures including bank reconciliation, payrolls and other associated finance tasks
- working as part of the finance team dealing with telephone queries from suppliers and our 9 schools
Applicants will need to:
- be well-organised and proficient in managing their own time
- be able to work collaboratively as part of a wider team
- be positive with a flexible and friendly approach
- have a strong work ethic
- have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- possess strong computer skills including use of Microsoft Teams
- be highly confidential with all matters
- possess excellent interpersonal skills
- previous experience in a similar role would be advantageous, but not necessary as full training will be given
The position is:
- 37 hours per week to fit in with school hours
- term-time only plus 10 days in school holidays
- KSB - £26,822 FTE – pro rata approx. £23, 978
- Offers 1 extra paid personal leave day after 1 year’s continuous service
