Finance Trainee: Start Your Path in Invoicing & Budgets

Harris Church of England Academy; Rugby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Church of England Academy in Rugby is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the Finance Manager with accounts payable, accounts receivable and general financial administration. No previous experience required; on‑the‑job training will be provided and the role is a clear stepping stone into a career in Business and Finance.

You will help process invoices and payments, raise orders, prepare letters, assist with budgeting and reporting, and support staff, pupils and parents as needed.

Qualifications

• Applicants do not need previous experience to apply, but do need a desire to learn. This post will provide on the job training and is designed to give the successful applicant a step towards a career in the field of Business and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable: Processing invoices, checking to purchase orders and delivery notes, ensuring appropriate authorisation and timescales.
• Accounts Receivable: Raising and printing of sales invoices from appropriate documentation, checking for accuracy, and distributing to debtors; Preparing letters.
• Departmental Capitations: Assist with departmental spend against budget allocation; provide timely reports on income and expenditure for curriculum budgets; assist staff with purchasing.
• General Duties: Raising orders for departments; set up payments; filing accounts and documentation; dealing with enquiries from pupils, staff and parents; cover/reception support as required.

Job description

Harris Church of England Academy in Rugby is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the Finance Manager with accounts payable, accounts receivable and general financial administration. No previous experience required; on‑the‑job training will be provided and the role is a clear stepping stone into a career in Business and Finance.

You will help process invoices and payments, raise orders, prepare letters, assist with budgeting and reporting, and support staff, pupils and parents as needed.