Finance Administrator

Essential skills

• Good level of general education – a minimum of 5 GCSE’s (A-C) or equivalent including Maths and English.
• DBS clearance.

• Evidence of ability to form professional relationships with both students and colleagues.
• Previous experience of working in a Finance, Banking or school finance / administration environment.
• Experience of computer-based accounting systems.

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office including Word and Excel.
• Good communication skills.
• Good knowledge of Finance and accounting.

• To be able to work as part of a team and build positive relationships.
• An ability to take initiative and seek advice where appropriate.
• The ability to work under pressure and handle large workload.
• Self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Accurate with an attention to detail.
• Energy and enthusiasm with a flexible approach to work.
• Able to process high volumes of repetitive work (purchase orders and invoices)
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• A commitment to continue own personal development.
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• Desirable skills
• AAT or equivalent qualification
• Understanding of accounting principles
• Knowledge of School ICT programmes, including Access Financials and School Cash Office.