[ref. e21326402] Finance Assistant
Teaching Vacancies Wigan
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you a detail orientated individual looking to grow your career in finance? Do you want to make a difference in the education sector? The Rowan Learning Trust are seeking to appoint a dedicated Finance Assistant to join our dynamic central team.This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team environment and contribute to the success and stability of our Trust.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management- Input orders and invoices into the finance system
- Manage petty cash and process staff expense claims
- Handle credit card transactions and assist with accounts receivable, including raising invoices, chasing outstanding payments and reconciling payments
- Provide regular and timely cost centre reports
- Assist with month-end reviews of outstanding orders and reconciliations
- Prepare schedules and undertake general finance admin duties
- Work internally with our schools and staff and with external agencies to manage financial queries and transactions
- Liaise with schools regarding trips, Peri Music, events, and charity monies collection and banking
- Handle day-to-day finance admin tasks, including document management and ensuring GDPR compliance
- Assist with the security of all cash held in schools
- Annually prepare bulk requisitions for expected budget costs such as phones and utilities
- Deputise for the Finance Officer if required
About You:
Essential skills and experience- GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above) or equivalent
- Previous financial background with knowledge of banking procedures, purchase and sales orders, and invoice processing
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Strong organisational skills and a methodical approach to tasks
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Professional approach with a keen eye for detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility in day-to-day working patterns
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
- Enthusiasm for the work and a sense of humour
- Empathy with children
- Experience in creating and updating financial spreadsheets
- Working knowledge of IT packages for statistical and financial data presentation
- Experience in a local government financial environment
- Knowledge of education finance software
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Us?- Be part of a Trust that is dedicated to making a difference for its students and staff
- This is an impactful role - you will play a vital part in supporting our schools and helping to make a difference in education
- Every day is different, with a range of challenges to keep you engaged
- Local government pension scheme with generous employer contribution rates
- Support for further qualifications and your CPD
- A network of staff for sharing best practices
- A growing organisation with plenty of future career development opportunities
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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