Accounts Officer
Location: Scarborough
Salary: £28,000-£30,000 (DOE)
I am recruiting on behalf of a valued client for a professional, resilient, and personable Accounts Officer to join a friendly and collaborative finance team within an educational setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of varied finance duties while acting as a key representative of the organisation.
You will work closely with the Finance Manager and wider team to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations, support budgeting and reporting processes, and maintain high standards of accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.
Key responsibilities
* Maintain accurate financial records and ensure all data is up to date.
* Process purchase invoices, staff claims, purchase orders, supplier payments, and manage petty cash, credit card transactions, and bank reconciliations.
* Assist with preparing budgets, forecasts, financial plans, and monitoring expenditure against agreed budgets.
* Produce monthly, termly, and ad-hoc financial reports and support financial analysis for decision-making.
* Support accurate and timely payroll processing, including pensions and statutory deductions, and process staff expenses.
* Prepare and issue invoices for school fees and activities, monitor outstanding payments, and liaise professionally with parents/guardians.
* Record, reconcile, and report on all income streams including grants and donations.
* Assist with compliance requirements, annual audits, financial controls, and secure handling of financial information.
* Provide financial advice to staff, support ad-hoc tasks and projects, and maintain high standards of confidentiality and integrity.
* Engage in ongoing training and development to support the role.
If you are looking for a varied, people-focused finance role where you can make a genuine impact, please submit your CV for confidential consideration.
About you
* AAT Level 4 is ideal, though QBE candidates with strong practical experience are welcome.
* Strong financial administration experience and solid numeracy and literacy (GCSE Maths & English required).
* Confident in chasing debtors professionally and representing the organisation with a positive telephone manner.
* Able to build relationships, work collaboratively, and adapt to a small, supportive team environment.
* Resilient, composed, and able to maintain professionalism without taking things personally.
* Open-minded attitude and willingness to grow with the role.
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
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