The FPTA Academies Trust is a multi-academy trust based in Medway, which presently consists of three secondary schools and two junior schools and is recruiting for a Finance Assistant. This is an important role within the Trust Central Finance Team and will undertake key responsibilities including order processing, input of invoice information into the Trust’s financial system PS Financials and dealing with supplier queries as well as undertaking other finance activities including bank and cash reconciliations.
This is a permanent but flexible position and we will consider applications for part time (30 hours/week, term time plus 15 days in the holiday period) as well as those seeking full time employment (37 hours/week all-year round). Please specify on your application form whether you are seeking full time or term time employment. The position requires someone who is diligent and able to work in a demanding environment with a focus and accuracy of input that will support the provision and delivery of high quality information across the Trust
Previous experience of working in a finance based position would be an advantage.
Ideally candidates should be able to evidence
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• experience working with purchase and sales ledger systems
• experience in reconciling supplier statements
Please visit www.fptaacademies.org.uk for a full job description and an application form.
Closing Date for applications: 9.00am on Monday 17th September 2018
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found

Letters of application, together with a completed application form (available on the FPTA website) giving full details of qualifications and experience to date should be sent to:

Mr S Rayner, Finance Director, FPTA Academies Trust
Arethusa Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 2UW
or emailed to jshelbourne@thomasaveling.co.uk

Short-listed candidates only will be contacted for interview, which will take place w/c Monday 24th September 2018

The FPTA Academies Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer – committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students – any offer of appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check will be required for all successful applicants.

http://fptaacademies.org.uk/careers/current-vacancies/