School Finance Assistant

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We are seeking to recruit a School Finance Assistant to join our successful, enthusiastic and friendly School Business Support Team.This is a varied and interesting role providing both finance support in schools and working as a hybrid worker based in West Offices. The role will involve travelling either from West Offices or home, to schools, some of which are based in rural locations. There may also be travelling between schools.You will need strong communication and organisational skills and have confidence to work independently while in school.Ideally you will have experience working in a finance office. This role also involves providing finance support for schools through a help desk and co-ordinating meetings through a variety of platforms. You will also undertake various administrative tasks supporting the traded York Education School Business Support Service.The right candidate will be someone with a friendly and helpful approach who is proactive in their work. They will be expected to be highly numerical, and have an eye for detail, essential when processing financial documents in a busy environment. They will hold a qualification in book keeping, have good GCSE’s, have excellent keyboard skills and proficient using Microsoft applications including excel, word and outlook.The authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interviewWe are open to receiving applications from candidates with transferrable skills who have a genuine interest in supporting schools and will, provide school finance system training as required.The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.Hybrid working arrangements are available for this role. Each role at CYC is different and your working arrangements will be determined based on the requirements of the role and in collaboration with you and your needs as part of the recruitment process. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team.City of York Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We require the successful candidate to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.For further information or an informal discussion please contact Jean Lewis (School Business Support Manager) at jean.lewis@york.gov.uk or on 01904 551645Closing date: Thursday 13 October 2022 at 12 midnightInterviews: Week commencing Monday 24 October 2022