The Organisation
This forward-thinking education provider is committed to creating a positive, inclusive workplace where every member of staff can thrive. Their focus is on empowering people, strengthening leadership capability, and driving meaningful organisational change aligned to their long-term vision.

Role Purpose
*Lead the accounts payable and purchasing function, making sure invoices, payments, and buying processes run smoothly.
*Help oversee day-to-day finance operations and step in for the Head of Finance Operations when needed.
*Make sure financial procedures are followed properly and the service runs efficiently and accurately.

Role Responsibilities
*Manage the accounts payable team and support staff performance, communication, and day-to-day organisation.
*Oversee supplier payments, purchasing processes, and month-end tasks to make sure everything is completed on time.
*Monitor supplier accounts, overseas spending, petty cash, and retrospective orders to keep spending under control.
*Produce finance reports on purchasing and expenditure for management and statutory reporting.
*Help introduce new accounts payable and purchasing systems, including supporting training for staff.
*Support internal and external audits by preparing information, providing evidence, and making sure finance procedures are being followed.

Essential Requirements
*AAT or NVQ Level 4 in finance/financial management, or an equivalent qualification.
*Strong knowledge of accounts payable and purchasing processes.
*Experience managing or developing staff in a team environment.
*Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and finance systems/software.
*Strong organisation, communication, numeracy, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

*Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
*Professional development opportunities to support continued growth.
*Inclusive, supportive environment that values innovation and wellbeing.
*Access to staff discounts and health & wellbeing initiatives.

Don’t wait, apply today and be part of an inspiring educational environment that transforms lives! We have multiple jobs across this region currently so even if this one isn’t quite right for you, we’d love to hear from you regardless.

Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn’t quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
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Because education matters.
Dovetail and Slate Limited.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.