Are you an experienced financial professional looking for a new challenge? The Bishop’s Stortford High School is seeking to appoint a skilled, organised and proactive Finance Assistant to play a vital role in supporting the smooth and effective running of our school by supporting our Finance Manager and Director of Finance.  Key Responsibilities include recording and processing all orders, check and record deliveries and manage the school's contract register along with bank and petty cash reconciliation. Experience in school finance, book-keeping or demonstrable equivalent experience is essential.  Familiarity with payroll systems would be advantageous.  The ability to work effectively as part of a small team, and remain calm and focused when working under pressure is vital. 

What we are looking for:

·         Strong IT skills and excellent working knowledge of computerised book-keeping and management information systems.

·         Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

·         Meticulous attention to detail

·         A well-organised, proactive individual with the ability to work effectively as part of a small team

·         An individual who works well with staff and students alike

·         Use tact and discretion when dealing with confidential information.

·         An understanding of school systems is desirable but not essential.

          Regular use of FMS accounting software and use of SAGE 50 professional software is advantageous but not essential.

What we can offer you:

Professionally:

·         A brand new, state-of-the-art, purpose-built school creating a fantastic new working environment

·         A busy department situated in an office in the heart of the school.

·         Staff training days to support staff CPD

·         A highly visible Senior Leadership Team

·         A Black & Gold team spirit amongst staff and students

Personally:

·         Generous pension benefits

·         Access to Employee Assistance Programme - Smart Clinic

·         Free school lunch every day

·         Well serviced staff room providing a comfortable environment with free tea and coffee

·         Access to Mental Health First Aiders

·         Free on-site secure parking for every employee

·         20 Electric Vehicle charging points on site (paid for by the individual)

·         Annual Flu jabs (free)

·         Opportunities to get involved with school events: Black, Gold & Green week, running club etc

·         Free school tickets to all our regular high-quality concerts, musicals, shows recitals and other entertainment held at school.

·         Staff association organise social activities including staff football, Christmas meal etc