Accounts Officer

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Officer to join a supportive finance team in Scarborough. This role involves managing varied finance duties such as maintaining accurate records, processing invoices, and assisting with budgets. Ideal candidates will have strong financial administration experience and AAT Level 4 or equivalent qualifications. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make an impact in the educational finance sector.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion support

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 is ideal, though QBE candidates with strong practical experience are welcome.
• Strong financial administration experience and solid numeracy and literacy (GCSE Maths & English required).
• Confident in chasing debtors professionally and representing the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all data is up to date.
• Process purchase invoices and manage petty cash.
• Assist with preparing budgets and monitoring expenditure.
• Produce monthly and ad-hoc financial reports.
• Support accurate payroll processing and manage staff expenses.

Skills

Financial administration experience

Strong numeracy and literacy

Professional telephone manner

Ability to build relationships

Resilience

Education

AAT Level 4 or QBE with practical experience

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Accounts Officer

Location: Scarborough

Salary: 28,000- 30,000 (DOE)

I am recruiting on behalf of a valued client for a professional, resilient, and personable Accounts Officer to join a friendly and collaborative finance team within an educational setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of varied finance duties while acting as a key representative of the organisation.

You will work closely with the Finance Manager and wider team to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations, support budgeting and reporting processes, and maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all data is up to date.
• Process purchase invoices, staff claims, purchase orders, supplier payments, and manage petty cash, credit card transactions, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist with preparing budgets, forecasts, financial plans, and monitoring expenditure against agreed budgets.
• Produce monthly, termly, and ad-hoc financial reports and support financial analysis for decision-making.
• Support accurate and timely payroll processing, including pensions and statutory deductions, and process staff expenses.
• Prepare and issue invoices for school fees and activities, monitor outstanding payments, and liaise professionally with parents/guardians.
• Record, reconcile, and report on all income streams including grants and donations.
• Assist with compliance requirements, annual audits, financial controls, and secure handling of financial information.
• Provide financial advice to staff, support ad-hoc tasks and projects, and maintain high standards of confidentiality and integrity.
• Engage in ongoing training and development to support the role.

About you

• AAT Level 4 is ideal, though QBE candidates with strong practical experience are welcome.
• Strong financial administration experience and solid numeracy and literacy (GCSE Maths & English required).
• Confident in chasing debtors professionally and representing the organisation with a positive telephone manner.
• Able to build relationships, work collaboratively, and adapt to a small, supportive team environment.
• Resilient, composed, and able to maintain professionalism without taking things personally.
• Open-minded attitude and willingness to grow with the role.

If you are looking for a varied, people-focused finance role where you can make a genuine impact, please submit your CV for confidential consideration.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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