At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the finance team and ensure smooth transactions for schools.
- Company: The Mercian Trust, dedicated to improving student outcomes.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and make a difference in education.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to support under-served students and enhance their educational journey.
- Qualifications: Level 2 qualification, strong communication, and Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 18720 - 25000 £ per year.
The Mercian Trust is a West Midlands local authority trust committed to increasing opportunities and improving outcomes for students, particularly those under‑served or with special educational needs.
Purpose of the role
Provide support to the Centralised Finance team, acting as the administrative link between the Central Team and schools, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of transactions in accordance with the Trust Finance Handbook.
Key Responsibilities
- Resolve queries from schools and third parties in an accurate and timely manner
- Raise requisitions and purchase orders as required
- Facilitate purchases on credit card and online business accounts
- Raise items on Parent Payment online platforms
- Support regular reporting to schools
- Support school staff in using the financial system and accessing financial information
- Investigate queries and provide appropriate scrutiny
- Support the development and training of the Finance Apprenticeship team
- Deal with staff, parent, customer and supplier enquiries as appropriate
- Liaise with all schools, including travel to individual school sites where required
- Perform any other duties required that are commensurate with the grading of the post
Qualifications and Skills
- Relevant professional qualification Level 2 or equivalent
- Good communication skills
- Computer literate with strong Excel spreadsheet skills
- A team player
- Strong numeracy skills
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