Finance Apprentice

Support to the financial management of Sixth Form financial data and accounting including report generation and forecasting Assist the Financial Accountant in keeping appropriate accounting records and maintaining the Financial Information System and ensure that documentation can withstand audit requirements To ensure that accurate and up-to-date records are maintained for all aspects of the Sixth Forms’ financial administration Raise accurate and timely invoices, chase unpaid invoices, including invoices for suppliers and counter-parties, and apply the correct VAT rules Ensuring all income due to the Sixth Form is received in full Keeping full records of transactions in both manual and computerised cashbooks Taking payments and issuing receipts to students/staff for all visits/books/conferences etc. and keeping detailed records of all monies collected from students/staff Operating a sixth form purchasing service that ensures competitive prices with and timely payment of suppliers, with particular regard to e-procurement Ensure all payments are made on time, working in conjunction with the Finance Manager and supported by staff Reconciliation of Supplier statements to ensure all invoices have been recorded and/or paid Regularly update filing systems and ensuring all corresponding ledgers are kept up-to-date To respond to ad hoc finance queries and provide other financial administrative support within the Sixth Forms as appropriate A commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity underpinned by willingness and ability to contribute to the holistic implementation of this demonstrated in performing the duties of the post To check and approve expense claims Ensuring that the Sixth Form addresses recommendations arising from Internal and External Audit Undertake other tasks as required by the Deputy or Executive Principal after due consultation

Training:
Accounts or Finance Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard Weekly workshops at Orpington College Campus

Training Outcome:
Progression to the Accounting Level 3 apprenticship

Employer Description:
Christ the King Sixth Forms is a family of three highly successful Catholic sixth forms located in south east London and Kent.  Recently rated Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted.  CTK offers exceptional, expert teaching in a welcoming, friendly atmosphere, each CTK sixth form creates an environment where high achievement is promoted and attained.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience