Job Title: Finance Assistant
Location: Ashington
Salary: £24,496 – £27,344 pro rata
Job type: 37 hours per week, Full Time
Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust currently comprises eight schools and our aim is to provide an inclusive and diverse learning environment for all of our students, enabling everyone in our community to ‘let their light shine’.
A culture of learning, success, high expectations, aspiration, challenge and inclusion pervade all aspects of school life. This is reflected through the curriculum, the leadership and daily practices of pupils and staff, aspiring to be compassionate global citizens with a sense of community and social responsibility.
The role:
NCEA Trust has a rare opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team at its head office in Ashington.
You will be a key member of the finance team, working closely with the Finance Manager and the Management Accountants. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of purchase, sales and general ledger in an accurate and timely manner including all aspects of financial processing, reporting and cash handling
The Requirements:
- Considerable experience of electronic finance-based systems
- Considerable experience gained within a finance office
- Confident with Excel and Finance systems
- 5 GCSE A* – C Grades (including Maths and English)
- AAT or equivalent or qualified by experience
Candidates should be a person of integrity and be able to maintain confidentiality while remaining impartial. You should have a good eye for detail, be of a resilient nature and be able to remain positive in challenging circumstances.
Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Benefits:
- TWPF (Tyne & Wear Pension Fund)
- 25 days holiday (which increases to 30 days after 5 years’ service)
- Employee’s Assistance Programme
- Free parking
Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.
Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Accounts Assistant, Accounts Clerk, Finance Clerk, Finance Assistant, Payment Processing Assistant Accountant, Financial Administrator, Accounts Admin, Finance Support, Bookkeeping may also be considered for this role.
