WELCOME
Thank you for your interest in the Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger) role.
This important role will help us as a team to make a very real difference to the future life-chances of the children entrusted to our care.
As the Trust grows, so will our central finance team. That means we're looking for someone who's not only great at what they do, but also flexible and ready to adapt as things evolve.
Of course, experience and qualifications matter, but we're also looking for someone who shares our values, enjoys working with others, and brings a positive, people-focused approach to the team. Our schools are welcoming, diverse communities that aim high and never settle for second-best. Your role will be key in helping them, and us, reach those goals.
Anyone working for us needs to have a positive, 'can do' attitude, be a great team player and know how to establish excellent relationships. As a Catholic Trust, our faith is first and foremost. It is also the greatest strength of the Trust. All are welcome regardless of your own personal faith perspective, but you do have to buy-in to what we are about
We believe in investing in our staff and recognising the value they bring. If this sounds like the kind of challenge you're ready for, we'd love to hear from you.
KEY DUTIES
* Billing and sales ledger management
* Invoice processing and purchase ledger management
* Assist with payroll processing and reconciliation as necessary
* Assist with bank account processing and reconciliation as necessary
* Support month-end and year-end financial procedures
* Assist with audit preparation and documentation
* Other financial and general administrative tasks as required by the Central Trust Finance Managers
* Exact duties are likely to change as the Trust grows but will be in the above areas.
LIAISON AND COMMUNICATION
* To maintain an up-to-date electronic diary, weekly/monthly overview to ensure organisation of own diary is communicated with key staff across the Trust
* To establish methods of liaison with the Finance Manager and other parts of the central team to ensure your team is working in partnership
* To communicate effectively with a range of Trust personnel including (but not exclusively) the CEO, CFO and Finance Manager
* Business Managers and Finance Leads in the academies
WORKING TIME
* This is a full-time post, 37 hours per week, year-round but with flexibility available at first for the right candidate
* Due to the nature of the role, the academy financial year (1st September to 31st August) must be adhered to.
* Core working hours are usually agreed between 8.00am and 5pm, however the post holder may be required to work outside of normal working hours on occasion, with due notice.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Candidates are invited to formally submit an application via Bosco's website at This is to ensure we comply with the statutory reqeruiements of the Catholic Education Service, Safer Recruitment in Education and Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £27,254.00-£32,061.00 per year
Benefits:
* Cycle to work scheme
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Education:
* GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
* Financial accounting: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person