About this role
- Felixstowe School
- Address: Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 9QR
- Salary: £26,402 - £28,141 per annum
- Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
- Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
Reference: 8357
Felixstowe School is seeking a flexible and committed Finance Assistant to join our school.
You will be responsible for:
reconciliation of supplier accounts and dealing with supplier queries
processing payment runs and ensuring remittances are distributed according to trust policy
ensuring that VAT is correct on invoices
checking and processing of supplier invoices and expenses
support with bank reconciliations
day to day accounts input and operation
responsibility for accounts payable, ensuring all supplier invoices are approved, processed and matched to relevant purchase orders and appropriate nominal ledger codes
processing of orders, direct debits and standing orders
liaising with the local authority over free school meals
- supporting financial aspects of the organisation of school trips.
Please read the Candidate Information Pack (pdf)
For more information about the school, please visit our website
For more information on our trust, Unity Schools Partnership, please our website
If you would like an informal discussion prior to submitting your application, please call the Operations Manager, Shane Hurren on 01394 288228 or email [email protected]
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our career’s website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
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- The Finance Assistant will be responsible for reconciling supplier accounts, processing payment runs, and ensuring compliance with trust policy regarding remittances. Additional duties include managing accounts payable and supporting financial aspects of school trips.
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