Finance Administrator - Payroll and Accounts Payable

Scottish Council of Independent Schools; Dollar; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar Academy is recruiting an experienced Finance Administrator to support payroll, supplier invoices, credit notes and payments. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this full-time role may be available on a part-time basis.

The successful candidate will ensure accurate payroll processing, manage the purchase ledger and maintain internal controls and compliance with financial procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time.
• Manage supplier invoices, credit notes and payments.
• Maintain the purchase ledger and internal controls.

Job description

Package Description:

Dollar Academy is currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Administrator. This role is offered on a full time, all year round basis but we may consider applications from those who are available on a part time basis.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Administrator - Payroll & Accounts Payable is a key role in supporting the Finance function through ensuring the accurate and efficient processing of payroll, supplier invoices, credit notes, and payments. The postholder will contribute to the smooth operation of payroll administration and the purchase ledger, maintain strong relationships with internal staff and external suppliers, ensure compliance with internal controls, financial procedures, and regulatory requirements.

About Dollar Academy

Dollar Academy has been a co-educational day and boarding school since its foundation in 1818. Today, it provides an exceptional all-round education to around 1,300 pupils aged 5-18. Our focus is on encouraging the individual talents and ambitions of every young person, in a positive and supportive environment that fosters the development of transferable skills, self-confidence and strong personal values. A belief in developing the whole person is central to the Dollar ethos.

We have been named as the Sunday Times Scottish Independent School of the Year 2024, and as Top Private School in Europe 2025 by Education Insider.

The Academy is very much at the heart of the town – it is a major local employer and values highly its relationship with the wider community. The school itself is a friendly,supportive, hardworking andcommitted community of staff and pupils who enjoy cordial, professional and productive working relationships.

The school’s location is undoubtedly one of the most scenic in the country, set against the Ochil Hills and the historic Castle Campbell, but within easy reach of the major towns of the Central Belt and just 40 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. The Dollar community is welcoming and vibrant. The whole school sits within a single, stunning 70-acre campus.

Our Values

Work Hard

Hard work leads to success, creativity and innovation. Our pupils and staff demonstrate a strong work ethic, with ambition and excellence being encouraged. We want everyone to strive to be the best they can.

Get Involved

There is a very wide range of subjects and activities on offer at Dollar and teachers work hard to make lessons interesting. Involvement and participation in all aspects of school and community life build confidence and resilience, whilst also allowing our youngsters to try new things and develop their passion.

BeKind

‘Kindness’ is no trite playground buzzword; it demands an even higher level of behavioural engagement than tolerance or respect. We believe in a positive and generous approach, in collaboration and cooperation, and in leadership that is about compassion and service.