Payroll Officer

Working With Us

At the academy, dedication to fostering the boundless potential of students is paramount. Encouragement to envision and achieve their goals comes through exceptional teaching, a robust curriculum, and an array of enriching activities that expand horizons and ignite curiosity. Alongside academic and extracurricular offerings, students engage in diverse cultural perspectives each term, opening doors to new realms of thought and understanding. There's a firm belief in the limitless capabilities of every student, with unwavering commitment to supporting them in their pursuits.

The academy's focus on leadership development ensures that students are equipped to make meaningful contributions to society, guided by confidence and integrity. Through the PRSHE curriculum, resilience and empathy are nurtured while students are equipped with essential skills for their future endeavors, be it in higher education or their chosen careers.

Within the inclusive community, collaboration is key as staff and students work together to advance the mission of the academy. A culture of mutual respect and kindness permeates interactions, fostering a supportive environment for all.

As the academy enters its third year, pride is taken in its state-of-the-art facilities tailored for Sixth Form education, with a particular emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines.

Main Areas of Responsibility

As part of the team, responsibilities encompass:

• Procurement: Facilitating the ordering process for staff, including raising purchase requests, transmitting purchase orders, and processing invoices from suppliers.
• Financial Management: Ensuring adherence to approval processes for purchase orders and invoices, monitoring and maintaining financial records, and managing student bursaries.
• Banking and Payments: Overseeing bank transactions, managing the academy's credit card, processing supplier payments, and administering income records.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining ledgers, journals, fixed assets, and contracts registers to ensure accurate financial documentation.
• Coordination and Support: Liaising with budget holders, assisting in balance sheet reconciliations, engaging in audit and control reviews, and supporting various administrative tasks such as managing cashless catering systems and free school meals.

What We Are Looking For

The academy invites applications from individuals who possess:

• Experience in finance, particularly in purchase ledger processing and budget management.
• Proficiency in ICT systems.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, adapt to change, and meet deadlines.
• A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Numeracy and literacy skills equivalent to at least a C grade in English and Maths GCSE.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to work, capable of performing accurately under pressure.

For a comprehensive overview of the role, please refer to the Job Pack.