Accounts Assistant

Suffolk
St Joseph's College
Competitive
Full-time

Summary

As an Account Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the finance function of the school. Working closely with the finance team, you will contribute to the accurate and timely preparation and recording of financial transactions. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining financial integrity. The postholder must be able to demonstrate, through either relevant qualification or studying towards (e.g. AAT or similar), or through relevant successful experience in a comparable role.

Detail

Are you passionate about numbers and looking for an exciting opportunity to grow your career in finance?

St Joseph's College, Ipswich, is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join our vibrant team!

About us

We are a private school in Ipswich offering a seamless education through Nursery, Prep school, Senior school and Sixth Form, St Joesphs College nurtures young people who are ready to take their place in the world.

Role Overview

The postholder must be able to demonstrate, through either relevant qualification or studying towards (e.g. AAT or similar), or through relevant successful experience in a comparable role.

Key responsibilities:

Monthly Payroll - Support HR with monthly payroll, providing advice and reviewing documentation
VAT- Assist in completing and reviewing quarterly VAT return
Cash Book-Co-ordinate with finance team to populate cash book before posting
Credit control – as directed by Head of Finance
Sales ledger management- Fee invoice generation, preparing and issuing invoices to non-educational customers who rent our facilities.
Direct Debit collection - allocations. Termly, 1/15th of each month, updating sales ledger.
Communicating information- for registration fees and deposits received to admissions team, biweekly.
Administration- record keeping for larger trips, billing, and payment.
Management Accounts - Supporting with month end postings to facilitate completion of monthly management accounts.
Balance Sheet Reconciliation- Completion of Balance Sheet reconciliations for review.

Why Join Us?

Supportive environment-We value our staff and provide opportunities for professional development.
Beautiful campus-Work in a picturesque setting that inspires creativity and well being.
Community spirit- Be part of a team that values collaboration and mutual respect.
Benefits- Subsided catering, health care, pension scheme and competitive salary.

How to apply?

Further details and an application form can be found at https://www.stjos.co.uk/community/vacancies/ or by contacting the HR Officer by email (careers@stjos.co.uk) or telephone (014 73) 690281. Should you like to have a preliminary discussion please do not hesitate to contact the College.

The closing date for applications is Midday Friday 14 February 2025 . The College reserves the right to interview prior to the closing deadline, so early applications are encouraged.

St Joseph’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please be advised that applications cannot be accepted unless they are on the College’s Application Form. References will be taken up and will be carefully checked. DBS charge payable by applicant.