Job details
Job role: Administration, HR, data and finance.
Visa sponsorship
Visas cannot be sponsored.
Working pattern
Full time.
Contract type
Permanent.
Full-time equivalent salary
£25,166.00 Annually (FTE) with good progression potential + funded exam qualifications.
Graduate or Trainee Accountant / Finance Assistant job summary
Permanent, with Apprenticeship support through accounting exams.
Full‑Time (37 hours, 52 weeks).
Salary: £25,166 Annually, with good progression potential + funded exam qualifications.
Benefits: 24 days holiday (+ statutory days) & good pension (18% employer contributions).
Closing Date: 9:00am, 3rd December 2025.
About this role
An exciting opportunity for a person starting out in their career in accounting & finance with a role involved in all aspects of the daily finance functions at this large single Academy, including transaction processing, budgeting, reporting and analysis. Support will be provided in funding and time to take accounting exams, and from the small but experienced management team, providing an excellent learning and development opportunity, as has been the case with a previous role holder.
Youll be working closely with budget holders, suppliers and others to deliver day‑to‑day financial functions as well as contributing to streamlining initiatives ensuring we all work together efficiently & effectively.
The successful applicant will
* Be qualified to at least AAT level, have a relevant graduate degree or have proven relevant experience.
* Have good Excel skills with ability to write formulas and use pivot tables.
* Recognise the importance of data & systems skills and demonstrate an aptitude & desire to use technology to its full potential.
* Have an enthusiastic approach, inquisitive mindset and always strive for continuous improvement.
* Have well‑developed communication skills, understanding the importance of keeping stakeholders informed and updated.
* Have good team‑working skills, being approachable and personable.
* Pride themselves on reliability, accuracy and take responsibility for their role.
* Be proactive in planning and have a well‑organised approach to their work and studying.
Main Responsibilities (initially)
* Requisitions and Purchase Ledger, supporting budget holders in managing their budgets.
* Tracking Grant Income and operating the Sales Ledger.
* Credit card management.
* Cash book postings and bank reconciliation.
* Financial tracking & analysis of schools activities.
To find out more, please contact nshave@ringwood.hants.sch.uk.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
* Childcare disqualification
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
* Medical
* Online and social media
* Prohibition from teaching
* Right to work
* Satisfactory references
* Suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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