Finance Officer

FINANCE OFFICERGrade & Scale point: 5, SCP 8-13
Salary: £24,702-£26,873 FTE, £22,406-£24,375 Actual, £12.80–£13.93/hr
Hours of work: 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term time +15 training days (205 days/year)
Start date: ASAP following pre-employment checksAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join The Cambridge Park Academy as a Finance Officer. The post-holder will assist and support the School Business Manager with the operation of the finance and procurement services for the Academy as it continues to grow and develop.
The ideal candidate will have a good standard of education, relevant experience of financial administrative (or similar) and excellent organisational and administration skills including the use of IT. Good communication skills, an ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and the ability to think creatively and flexibly are also essential.This is a great opportunity to develop within your field and expand the potential for your future career. Joining Cambridge Park opens a gateway to a wealth of experience and knowledge within Humber Education Trust renowned for being an ‘Employer of Choice’. JOB REQUIREMENTS:• Accurately process requisitions, orders and invoices, advising on best value, in accordance with agreed authorisation and timescales.• Prepare and process payment runs, uploading these to online banking ready for authorisation, investigating any rejected payments.• Manage school credit card spending as directed, reconcile statements and follow-up receipts.• Manage ParentPay system as directed. Organise student accounts, create items for payment/parent authorisation and process/post weekly income.• Evaluate, analyse and interpret data, run reports and make returns as required.• Liaise with suppliers, contractors, other schools/organisations and budget holders to resolve queries as required.• Keep accurate and up-to-date records, using electronic recording systems and MIS to input data, generate reports and evaluate findings.THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:• Good standard of education, including GCSE C/4+ equivalent in Maths and English Language• NVQ 2 or equivalent qualification in relevant discipline• Experience of budgetary control in Sage or similar financial software • Ability to use ICT skills to manage & analyse data • High standard of accuracy with attention to detail• Ability to use initiative and plan/prioritise work AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.HOW TO APPLY:Please complete an application form and submit via ETeach. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.Closing date for completed applications: 8am, Monday 19 February 2024Interview date: w/c 26 February 2024Visits to our school are welcome by appointment. Come and meet our delightful and engaging children and chat to our team of staff who have a wholehearted commitment to every child’s learning and well-being.If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Sue Bates, PA to Headteacher, at Cambridge Park Academy.As part of Humber Education Trust's recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.CONDITIONAL OFFER:Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks.