An exciting position has arisen for a Finance Officer on a part time basis, to work for a Multi Academy Trust based in East London.

The post holder will report into the CFO, assisting with a wide range of financial duties for the Trust.

Job Responsibilities:

Operate and maintain the financial management system, assisting in the budget monitoring and reporting process
Responsible for the processing of invoices from ordering to initiating supplier payments
Manage invoice related queries from suppliers
Ensure credit notes are processed in a timely fashion and raise invoices as required
Responsible for producing and processing BACS payments
Monitor and report departmental budget performance to devolved budget holders
Raise and track all invoices relating to school generated income
Reconcile purchase card payments from card statements
Handle all arrangements in relation to cash collection and banking
Perform monthly bank reconciliations to the required schedule
Maintain appropriate filing and financial record keeping systems in accordance with audit requirements
Maintain data in various spreadsheets relating to finance, e.g. staffing costs
Complete monthly VAT returns for the Trust and manage any recharges

Essential Candidate Specification:

Successful candidate must have an enhanced DBS/ have an enhanced DBS on the update system
Experience working within a School or Multi Academy Trust
Recent experience using PS Financials
Excellent communication and organisational skills

Part- Time Finance Officer

Agency Reference Number: 68639

Hourly Rate: £16-£19 per hour

Hours: 14 hours per week (2 days)

Length of contract: Until end of July 2023, possibility of extension

Working Pattern: This role is 100% onsite, successful candidate will need to be present at the Trust 2 days per week.

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.