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 an interesting and varied role of Contracts Manager to support the finance function within the Trust.
This role will undertake varied responsibilities as a key member of the Central Finance Team, including order processing and cash/bank reconciliations with the wider responsibility of negotiating discounts on all major contracts across the Trust and monitoring and overseeing the purchase order patterns ensuring value for money. You will also co-ordinate and monitor Health & Safety compliance across the estate engaging H&S specialists as required and in liaison with the school H&S consultants. Previous experience of working in a finance based position would be an advantage. Full financial support will be given to the candidates seeking to gain relevant formal qualifications to enable their further development of the role and progress within the Trust.
Ideally candidates should be able to evidence
• an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• experience working with purchase and sales ledger systems
• experience in supplier contract negotiations
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 on Friday 21st 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/