Finance Assistant

The University of Chichester Academy Trust, is an innovative Trust, comprising 15 academies across Hampshire and West Sussex, with a shared approach to delivery, annual turnover of £30M+ and a growth plan to c25-30.  The central office is located in beautiful grounds near Bognor Regis, with excellent rail and bus links.  There are also good road links, with Portsmouth and Worthing being only a 30 - 40 minute drive. 

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our team. The Finance Assistant will play a key role in supporting the finance department in various administrative and financial tasks. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to kick-start their career in finance within the education sector. For applicants who do not possess an AAT Level 2 qualification, they must be willing to study through the modern apprenticeship route.

We have built a strong reputation locally and nationally, believing we are all on a continuous journey of discovery and learning.  With personal and career development, this post will enable you the opportunities for career progression.  You will also be rewarded with benefits you would expect from an organisation that places importance on being an employer of choice and a Trust with an infectious energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.

For an informal discussion about the role, email Talha Khan, Director of Finance, in the first instance, at T.Khan@chi.ac.uk   To discover more about the Trust and the values shared with our academies go to https://www.unicat.org.uk/

If you are enthusiastic about finance and education and are looking for an opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please refer to the Job Profile and download an application form from  www.unicat.org.uk/jobs/find-your-job. Applications should be submitted to unicathr@chi.ac.uk

This vacancy may close earlier than the closing date should a suitable applicant be recruited.

We are an inclusive organisation and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.  Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks.