Assistant Finance Manager

36 hours per week, All year round

Grade J - SCP 23 to 28 (£32,076 to £36,648)

We are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to provide accurate, efficient and effective support to the Finance Manager for the development and operation of the finance function of the Academy. 

As the Assistant Finance Manager, you will work closely with the Finance Manager on the administration of the finance and accounting function for the Academy, ensuring that all Company and Statutory policies and procedures are observed.

You will assist the Finance Manager in all stages leading to the preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and analysis to the Trust. You will also be responsible for the inputting and review of Payroll information.

The successful candidate will be AAT qualified to a minimum of Level 3, experience in an education setting is advantageous but not essential. You will have a keen eye for detail, producing accurate work in an efficient manner. The ability to work well under pressure and meet multiple deadlines will be a strength of yours. Your excellent interpersonal skills will mean you can build strong working relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.

An excellent career and professional development offer is also at the heart of the academy’s commitment to you. In addition you will have the opportunity to link with other Co-operative Academies across the North West. Our core co-operative values define us. Every member of staff in our academy follows our ‘Ways of Being’;

Do what matters most   |   Be yourself, always   |   Show you care   |   Succeed together

Benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts on various Co-op branded products 
• Co-operative flexible benefits, including cycle to work, phone and broadband 
• Co-operative credit union 
• Colleague assistance
• Discounted gym membership and leisure activities 
• Season ticket and rental deposit loans

How to apply

To apply for the role, please complete the application forms by the closing date of 8am Monday 15th July 2024 

Interview date: TBC

For more information about the Trust, please visit www.coopacademies.co.uk 

Co-op Academies Trust as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.  We value variety and individual differences, and aim to create a culture, environment and practices at all levels which encompass acceptance, respect and inclusion. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles.