The Bishop Fraser Trust
Finance Officer
Grade D SCP 6 – 11 (£23,893 - £25,979)
(Pay Award Pending Effective April 2024)
37 hrs Per Week
All Year Round
Permanent Contract
Required ASAP
Applications will only be accepted on completion of a school application form. To apply, please email recruitment@thebishopfrasertrust.co.uk to request an application form – Please do not send CV’s as they will not be considered.
As a Trust we believe that we exist to help our children, staff and communities experience ‘Life in its Fullness’ (John 10:10).
If this strikes a chord with you, then we would love to hear from you!
Our family of schools currently consists of; one all through school, three secondary schools, one with a sixth form and one primary school. While each school holds its own unique identity, we work together collectively to achieve our mission to provide ‘Life in all its fullness’ through the highest quality education, training and outcomes for all.
Main Duties:
To provide comprehensive, customer focused financial support in accordance with the Academies Financial Handbook and the MAT’s Scheme of Financial Delegation
We are seeking an individual who:

• Is a great team player, friendly, and professional
• Is accurate and has an eye for detail
• Enjoys working individually, as well as part of a team and is able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders (mainly staff and suppliers, but also parents and pupils)
• Is courteous and approachable whilst delivering high standards of customer service whether face to face, on the phone or online.
• Is confident in liaising with a variety of staff at all levels
• Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people
• Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role, working to deadlines (i.e supplier payments)

In return we can offer:

• A supportive and encouraging staff team
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Fantastic facilities

Application information:
For more information, or for an informal chat about the role please contact Kim Swinton, the Trust Finance Manager by emailing kswinton@thebishopfrasertrust.co.uk
To apply please complete the attached application form, and supporting statement, ensuring that you show how you meet items on the person specification and explaining why you are applying for this post. Please submit your completed application and letter to: recruitment@thebishopfrasertrust.co.uk
Please do not send CV’s as they will not be considered.
The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.
Closing date: Monday 21st October 2024 @ 9.00am
Interviews: TBC
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,893.00-£25,979.00 per year
Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bolton, BL2 4HU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Relevant accounting or business: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• L3 AAT Accounting qualification or equivalent (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 21/10/2024
Reference ID: TBFTFO211024