This is a great opportunity for an effective finance assistant to play an integral role in the smooth operation of the finance function at a Birmingham school.

Ark

Ark is an international charity, transforming lives through education. We exist to make sure that every child, regardless of background, has access to a great education and real choices in life. 

Our highly-successful network of 38 schools educates over 24,000 students across Birmingham, Hastings, London and Portsmouth. They are achieving some of the best results in the country despite being largely in areas of historic academic underachievement. Our innovative Ventures are transforming the lives of young people by addressing some of the most intractable issues in education, both in the UK and internationally.

The Role

This is a school based position located predominantly at Ark Victoria Academy in Birmingham. As the Finance Assistant, you will be an integral part of the team responsible for ensuring high standards of financial integrity within the region. You will manage the day-to-day financial processes and administrative procedures required of the academy, ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Academies Financial Handbook.

Reporting to: Senior Finance Manager

Start date: ASAP

Location:  Ark Victoria Academy and other schools in the Birmingham region

Contract: Permanent, Term Time (39 weeks + 3)

Salary: £18k – £22k FTE depending on experience

Closing date for applications: 11am on 19 March 2019

For a full job description and to apply with a CV and cover letter, visit our recruitment portal here. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Diane Belfort at diane.belfort@arkonline.org.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our academies. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.