Finance Apprentice

Assist the Schools Finance Manager in the organisation, management and development of the Trust and school budgets Commitment to completing the AAT qualification via the apprenticeship scheme Attend all training, mentoring, supervision and other sessions as required by the apprenticeship provider in order to pass the qualification Ensure the effective operation of financial control within the Trust and best value on all expenditure Ensure supplier invoices and credit notes are processed efficiently, ensuring the appropriate authorisation, following the trust/academy scheme of delegation Maintain accurate and up to date computerised records in respect of school finances Assist with the production of contracts, offer letters and variation to contract letters Respond to a range of financial enquires from internal and external customers, including suppliers and staff, in a professional manner, establishing their requirements and adapting the standard of responses accordingly Process purchase orders Raise invoices for services provided Aid in processing payroll and employee expense claims Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance Distributed relevant budget holders as required Assist with month end procedures Keep up to date with financial regulations and related policies Provide advice and support to the Academies as and when required Support the provision of a financial service to the schools within our Trust Handle general accounting administration and filing tasks Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time, which are commensurate with the grade of the role Ensure confidentiality at all times The post holder will be based at Wessex Learning Trust Headquarters in Cheddar, but may be expected to travel to other Wessex schools, as necessary Ensure the aims, priorities and policies of the Trust are adhered to Act as a positive representative of the Trust and its learners in all circumstances and at all times Carry out any other duties as commensurate within the grade, as reasonably requested by the Director of Operations, Trust Director of Finance or Schools Finance Manager Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the Trust Support and recognise the role of other professionals Attend relevant meetings, as required Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development, as required This job description is current as at the date shown, and whilst every effort has been made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, not all individual tasks undertaken will necessarily have been identified The job description will be reviewed annually as part of the appraisal process or at other appropriate times as determined by the Trust

Training Outcome:
A full-time position may be available with further training upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Our family of nineteen academies here in the South-West serves children from 6 months to nineteen years. We pride ourselves on offering a world-class education to young people, whatever their background or ability. Each individual academy in the Wessex Learning Trust is encouraged to maintain its own distinctive ethos, be at the centre of their community and raise aspirations and achievement. This is achieved in two ways: firstly, through excellent teaching to inspire curiosity, unlock talents and realise potential; and secondly, by ensuring high-quality care, guidance and support that ensures the personal development and welfare of each child. By working together, we believe we can harness the talents of all our staff, share good practice between all our academies and share resources that enable us to concentrate on delivering excellence in education.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 8:30am- 4:30 pm Friday 8:30am- 4:00pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,The ability to set priorities,Work under pressure,Work on own initiative