Finance Assistant (apprenticeships welcomed)

Holy Cross Catholic Multi Academy Company is located in Coventry and consists of two secondary schools, five primary schools and a small central office team. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Finance Assistant to work in our busy central office team, covering a period of maternity leave for 1 year.

Applications are invited from candidates who have excellent finance, administrative and interpersonal skills, with strong attention to detail and the dedication and enthusiasm to be part of a thoroughly committed team.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community and from all faiths or no-faith background.

We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in undertaking this role via an apprenticeship route as the role would lend itself well to the AAT Level 2 or 3 accountancy qualification.

The successful applicant must be flexible and show initiative with an excellent understanding of processing financial information. Applicants must be computer literate and proficient with the use of Word and Excel.

The successful applicant will:
• Provide support to the central team and schools with purchasing, accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Support the central team and individual schools with month end and year end procedures
• Contribute towards the efficient functioning the MAC central finance service.
• Work within established procedures and guidelines and prioritise their day to day work.

Qualifications and Experience
• GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C or equivalent.
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Study towards a professional accounting qualification (e.g. AAT) will be encouraged and supported for the right candidate

What We Offer:
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• A commitment to professional development and career progression
• Automatic enrolment on the generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes for gym memberships and home electronics
• Free seasonal flu vaccinations
• Access to 24/7 confidential counselling and support services for all employees and their family members
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the education and lives of our students

The Holy Cross Catholic MAC Head Office is based on St Augustine’s school site, in Radford, Coventry. We are located within easy access of all areas of Coventry and commutable from surrounding areas such as Birmingham, Solihull, Leamington Spa and Sutton Coldfield.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

The offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance.