The Post:
We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Assistant Accountant to join our dedicated Finance Team.
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Assistant Accountant will work closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Officer to administer all financial activities within the College.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an important department where you will be an integral part of the team and have the opportunity to gain experience across the whole of the finance function.
Key Duties:
• To assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• To manage monthly journal postings, including prepayments and accruals.
• To complete bank reconciliations and postings.
• To complete company credit card reconciliations.
• To prepare reports for budget holders across the College, to assist them in managing their own budgets and understanding expenditure.
• To complete year-end tasks to assist with the annual audit.
• To use a variety of electronic financial systems to effectively manage all incoming and outgoing money in the College and ensure all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled.
• To undertake various other ad hoc projects / reporting to support the efficient and effective running of the department, to support the wider College.
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Key Qualities and Person Specification:
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills, experiences, and qualities:
Essential Experience, Qualifications and Skills:
• AAT Qualification ideally, Level 3 or higher, or be actively studying towards an accountancy qualification, e.g. CIMA / ACCA.
• Minimum of five GCSE’s (including English and Maths) grade A – C (or equivalent).
• A solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Experience of accounting procedures within sales / purchase ledger.
• Good Excel spreadsheet skills and previous experience using accounting software.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, and an ability to work with and explain confidential and/or sensitive matters and contractual terms to colleagues and customers.
• A reliable and positive team player, willing to support other members of the finance team, and whole College staff body, and with the ability to work independently and on own initiative.
• Committed to life-long learning, with an open mind and a willingness to promote new initiatives.
• Willingness to be flexible with working hours to respond to the needs of the College.
Desirable Experience and Skills:
• Experience of working within the education sector, or for a charity, in a similar role would be desirable, but is not essential.
Safeguarding & Child Protection:
Abbey Gate College is committed, as a priority, to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applicants will, therefore, be subject to stringent vetting and induction processes, including an enhanced DBS disclosure. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview; please inform your referees. A social media search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.
Whilst criminal convictions are not necessarily a bar to appointment, this safety consideration will be central to all decisions regarding the employment of staff, approval of volunteers, and standards of external contractors.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and to treating all staff with dignity and respect. Therefore, applications from individuals are encouraged, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
Salary:
The salary for this position is £32,292 per annum based on 37.5 hours per week, on a full year basis (i.e. term time and school holidays). Part time hours will be considered (with the above salary prorated accordingly).
During school holidays, there is the possibility of working from home, subject to practicalities and the needs of the department.
Process for Applications:
• Closing date for applications: Wednesday 23rd April 2025 at 9.30am
In order to apply for our Assistant Accountant vacancy, please complete our Abbey Gate College application form (available at
Please also include a covering letter, which should be addressed to our Head, Mr Craig Jenkinson, outlining your interest in, and suitability for, the role and the College.
Your completed application form and covering letter should be returned to Mrs Sue Moran, HR and Staff Wellbeing Manager, at: sue.moran@abbeygatecollege.co.uk by the above closing date.
Should you require any additional information or assistance regarding your application, please also contact Sue Moran.
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