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• Complete monthly accounting processes, including management accounts, for the designated training/learning institute.
• Process purchase requisitions and orders for assigned schools/business units using the organisation’s procurement module.
• Act as the lead contact for purchase order and procurement‑system queries.
• Provide technical support to finance colleagues and liaise with the system helpdesk and IT support where required.
• Deliver training and provide assistance to users of the procurement system across the central hub.
• Manage income for school trips and activities, including online payment platforms and addressing staff/parent queries.
• Support accounts payable: process invoices, reconcile credit card transactions, and arrange supplier payments.
• Assist with accounts receivable and income processing for assigned schools/business units.
• Support posting bank transactions into the finance system and producing monthly bank reconciliations.
• Ensure full compliance with all finance policies and procedures outlined in the Financial Manual.
• Work closely with the Senior Finance Officer to maintain efficient daily financial operations.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Finance Manager or Chief Finance Officer.

• Produce high‑quality documentation consistent with organisational standards.
• Comply with safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection policies.
• Participate in required training and development activities.
• Engage fully in the performance management process.
• Support and assist in the training and development of staff where appropriate.
• Promote the role and the wider organisation both internally and externally.
• Represent the organisation at relevant events when required.
• Support and uphold organisational ethos and values.
• Undertake any additional duties within the general scope of the post as required by senior leadership.

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