Finance Assistant

We are recruiting a Finance Assistant to join our dedicated team at Great Waltham C of E Primary School. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for the smooth and efficient administration of our accounts payable and accounts receivable, as well as providing clerical and welfare support within the school office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raising purchase orders/processing invoices and preparing BACS runs
• Handling various financial tasks, including account payables and receivables
• Providing administrative support to staff, parents, and external organisations
• Maintaining a safe and secure environment for all stakeholders
• Communicating effectively with a wide range of individuals
• Assisting with office administrative duties, such as managing the school calendar and email inbox

Requirements:

• Proven experience in office administration, preferably in an educational setting
• Proficiency in accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of first aid procedures and willingness to maintain or gain certifications
• Proficiency in relevant software applications for finance and office management (e.g., Bromcom, Excel, CPOMS)
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and engage positively with families
• Strong attention to detail
• Understanding of the importance of social and emotional well-being and a commitment to nurturing a supportive and inclusive learning environment

Desirable Qualities:

• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Calm under pressure and able to maintain composure in challenging situations

Salary and Benefits:

Scale: 4 Point 7-8 (Depending on experience)
Salary: £25584 - £25992 FTE (Actual salary £13,969 - £14,192)

23 hours per week; Tuesday 8:15am-16:30pm Wednesday 8:15am - 16:15pm, Friday 8:15am - 16:30pm. Term time plus 2 weeks.

We are proud to offer our employees the following benefits:

• Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who are 'proud to belong' to our school and enjoy learning in a stimulating environment
• A forward-thinking, dedicated governing body committed to the success of our pupils and staff
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities through our membership in The National College
• A health and well-being service is available to all employees

Take the Next Step:

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the office team directly on 01245 360395, to schedule an appointment. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience as we reserve the right to close this job opportunity early.

Great Waltham C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references.

Please take care to complete the application in full, as incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you possess the necessary skills and experience and are passionate about contributing to the success of our school, we would be delighted to hear from you.