Assistant Finance Officer

TES FE News; Dorking; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Dorking is seeking an organized and proactive individual to manage the purchase ledger and build strong supplier relationships. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to a busy school environment. A contract of 30 to 36 hours per week is offered, with opportunities for professional development and apprenticeship courses.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage purchase ledger efficiently.
• Capable of developing relationships with suppliers.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure goods and services delivery is smooth.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers.
• Prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate productively with colleagues and students.

Skills

Organised

Approachable

Proactive

Excellent communication

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, efficient and effective team supporting the wider school staff. The finance team is very much integrated into the heart of the school and is well regarded. Being part of the wider business team, this role has significant potential to grow in both breadth and depth. Professional development will be provided, and relevant apprenticeship courses are available.

You will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger, from ensuring goods and services are delivered to the subject heads and wider pastoral team in a timely manner, to developing and maintaining good relationships with suppliers, all whilst upholding the principles of best value.

All areas of the work will require you to be organised, approachable and proactive, balancing the ability to prioritise effectively to ensure deadlines are met whilst being flexible and prepared to adapt to the needs of a busy school environment. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to work productively with colleagues, students and suppliers, illustrating a willingness and enthusiasm to contribute to the overall success of the school.

Responsibilities

• Play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger, from ensuring goods and services are delivered to the subject heads and wider pastoral team in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers, upholding the principles of best value.
• Be organised, approachable and proactive, prioritising effectively to meet deadlines while being flexible and prepared to adapt to a busy school environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and work productively with colleagues, students and suppliers.

Additional information

• SESSET 6 £27,640 - £30,172 (based on 36 hours per week). FTE £30,108 to £32,867.
• Contract - minimum 30 and up to 36 hours per week, 42 weeks per year.
• Responsible to: Finance Officer