Leigh Academies Trust

Leigh Academies Trust; Medway Gate; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational organization in Medway Gate is seeking a motivated Finance Officer to join their dynamic Finance Team. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements. Responsibilities include processing orders and invoices using Sage, preparing payment runs, and reconciling supplier statements. The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. This fixed-term contract provides opportunities for career progression and additional benefits such as a pension scheme and access to a virtual GP service.

Benefits

Competitive salary with progression opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service

Collaborative MAT network

Additional LAT benefits

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an accounting background and demonstrate a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a varied workload effectively.
• High level of accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Process all orders, invoices, and expense claims onto Sage.
• Prepare payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements.
• Manage sales ledger invoicing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Tools

Sage

Job description

Overview

Ready to launch your finance career? Leigh Academies Trust (LAT), one of England's largest and most successful education groups, is seeking a motivated Finance Officer to join the small, dynamic Finance Team at The Leigh Institute. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an accounting background looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Process all orders, invoices, and expense claims onto Sage.
• Prepare payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements.
• Manage sales ledger invoicing.

Candidates must demonstrate a strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy, alongside excellent organisational and time‑management skills, to manage a varied workload effectively.

This is a fixed‑term contract until August 2027, offering 30 hours per week. We offer flexibility in working days and hours; please indicate your preference in your application so we can discuss it during the interview.

Working with us at The Leigh Institute

The Leigh Institute is our hub for professional learning, talent development and school improvement across Leigh Academies Trust and its partners. Bringing together four specialist organisations, The Leigh Institute offers a comprehensive, joined‑up approach to training and development, grounded in the belief that our people are the key to success. From teacher training and apprenticeships to leadership development and school support, we provide high‑impact opportunities for growth, collaboration and innovation across the sector.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service.
• Collaborative MAT network.
• Additional LAT benefits.