Finance Assistant Apprenticeship - Net Academies Trust

Support the sourcing of all resources, equipment, stock, books and general supplies in line with academy requirements to achieve value for money Assist with the processing of purchase orders, checking for accuracy and distributing to suppliers and budget holder, as required Assist with the processing of all invoices, checking to purchase orders and goods received notes and ensuring compliance with Financial Regulations Assist with the processing of all income, staff expenses and credit card transactions to the finance system Assist to ensure all returns are made timely and refunds or credit notes are received   Assist the Finance Officer’s with routine BACS payments Assist with a robust filing system is maintained for paper records, with invoices uploaded to finance system Checking and reconciling Statements received from suppliers to finance system Work closely with school Office Managers to ensure correct processes and procedures are followed in line with Financial Regulations and guidance provided by the Finance Officer Assist with the administration of school trips finances in liaison with school offices Assist with month end procedures such as journal postings as required Assist in the monthly review of outstanding POs, GRNs, invoices, aged debtors and creditors Assist in raising Sales invoices, as appropriate, and ensuring prompt payment, chasing as necessary

Training:
You will work towards your Level 2 Accounts Assistant qualification across a total duration of 17 months Training provider: LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/  All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!

Training Outcome:
Future opportunities for progression 

Employer Description:
NET Academies Trust are a DfE approved sponsor of six primary schools in Essex. As a team of schools we work together to promote and lead innovative practice in order to raise educational outcomes for all children- shaping futures. We are as ambitious for the staff as we are for the children in our schools; providing excellent opportunities for continued professional development and staff wellbeing. We believe that partnerships and collaboration to share best practice are the key to meeting the challenge of raising pupil attainment. We are proud of the commitment within our schools, being acknowledged through national awards (TES Employer of the Year 2018, Place2Be Place2Be Wellbeing in Schools Award 2019).

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, shifts TBC + Term time only plus 2 weeks school holiday working.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience