Finance Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Do you want to help make a difference to the lives of thousands of children? Then join our exceptional, friendly, professional finance team at Outwood Academy Portland. As a Finance Assistant, the successful candidate must have an excellent aptitude for numbers, good organisational skills, good attention to detail and be a confident communicator.
Whilst it would be helpful if you had knowledge of the education sector and experience of Finance, it is not a barrier to any applicant, as we will offer support and training to help you excel in this role. You will have the opportunity to study an accountancy qualification such as AAT, ACCA or CIMA from Level 2 up to Level 7. The role will give you a well-rounded introduction to the Finance function and provide the opportunity to develop both analytical and professional skills that will be of benefit to you in your future career. You will have the opportunity to help ensure the resources of the school are used in the most effective way for the benefit of the students.
The role will cover finance at both Outwood Academy Portland in Worksop and Outwood Academy Newbold in Chesterfield; the role is primarily based at Outwood Academy Portland with occasional travel to Outwood Academy Newbold, where mileage will be paid.
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If you are interested or have any further questions regarding the role, we invite you to contact us at Outwood Academy Portland by emailing l.booth@city.outwood.com
- A comprehensive induction and training process
- Automatic enrolment into an increasingly rare and valuable defined Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution rates
- Flexible family friendly policies from day one
- Enhanced occupational benefits available (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave) with no qualifying period
- Holidays: A minimum of 25 days plus bank holidays (this increases with length of service)
- A range of working patterns are available dependant upon the role
- Specialist information on a wide range of work-life issues
- Emotional support and counselling for a wide range of personal and work issues
- Legal guidance
- Financial guidance and debt counselling
- Child and dependent care support and advice
- Support for managers
- Free flu vaccinations
- Free onsite parking
- Employee discounts such as competitively priced Synergy Car Leasing
- Access to various discount sites
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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