Total 102 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 5HU

Are you looking for a new finance role within the education sector?

Are you passionate about numbers, meticulous with spreadsheets, and ready to make a difference in education?

If so, you might be the perfect candidate for our interim finance assistant position in Accrington!

We are currently supporting this friendly and inspiring school committed to providing high-quality education by recruiting a temporary finance assistant. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of the school alongside the Finance Manager, from invoicing, to supporting parents with payment apps to working on various systems including Access and Excel.

This finance role is to start ASAP on a full-time hours' basis.

Your new role

• Inputting invoices and orders onto Access.
• Organise and maintain computerised and manual systems for the storage and retrieval of information and documents.
• Record and accurately log all transactions.
• Generate purchase orders and process invoices for payment.

What you'll need to succeed

• Relevant finance qualifications or at least 12 months experience within a similar role within a school.
• Excellent IT Skills, including using Excel and School Systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ideally previous experience of working in an educational setting.

What you need to do now

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Your new company
I am working with a dynamic and forward-thinking company based in Nelson, who are known for its commitment to excellence and providing a supportive work environment. Due to expansion, they are looking for a skilled Credit Controller to join their finance team.
Your new role
As a Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing the company's credit policies and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding debts. This involves assessing the creditworthiness of new and existing customers, monitoring customer accounts, and implementing effective debt recovery procedures. You will maintain accurate financial records and foster strong relationships with customers, playing a crucial role in supporting the company's financial health and stability. Key responsibilities include debt collection, financial reporting, customer relations, compliance and risk management, and process improvement. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday on a hybrid basis.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need proven experience as a Credit Controller with strong knowledge of credit management and debt collection processes, and proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, along with high attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. You should be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with cross-functional teams is crucial.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary up to £30,000 and benefits package, opportunities for professional development and career progression, and a supportive and collaborative work environment. Flexible working arrangements are available, and you will have the chance to work with a reputable and growing company.Your benefits package includes: enhanced holidays, hybrid working policy with a minimum of 3 days in office per week (post probation), flexible working, staff discounts and recognition awards.


What you need to do now


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Your new company
Join a dynamic and rapidly growing business in Burnley that has consistently improved its ways of working. This company offers a fast-paced, demanding, yet rewarding environment where you can fully utilise and expand your skill set.

Your new role
As Purchase Ledger Clerk, you will play a crucial role in the finance team. Your responsibilities will include managing the end to end Purchase Ledger, conducting regular supplier payment runs, and handling bank postings and reconciliations. You will also be involved in supporting at month-end, performing month-end statement reconciliations. The primary system used is Sage Line 50, which will be a significant part of your daily tasks. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar position and be proficient in Sage Line 50 and Microsoft Office packages. Strong numerical and analytical skills, excellent time management, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. You should be well-organised, self-motivated, and have a keen attention to detail.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary ranging from £25,000 to £27,000 per year, depending on experience. This is a full-time, permanent role with a Monday to Friday schedule. Additional benefits include free on-site parking, enhanced holidays, a health and wellbeing programme, and the opportunity to grow within a supportive and dynamic team.
What you need to do now


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Your new company
Join the fast-paced Financial Planning and Accounting team of a public-sector organisation as they go through continued growth. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to contribute to their ongoing growth and development.

Your new role
As a Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with the senior stakeholders, providing influential financial insights to support operational and tactical decision-making. You will be a key member of the Leadership Team, ensuring that financial considerations are integrated into all strategic decisions. Your responsibilities will include appraising business cases, ensuring adherence to financial regulations, and presenting financial plans and performance analyses. You will also support monthly management accounts, annual budgets, and quarterly forecasting processes, while managing and developing an Associate Finance Business Partner.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need a strong track record in management reporting and financial analysis, with experience in complex, multidisciplinary environments. You should be a fully qualified member of a professional accounting body (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) and possess excellent communication skills to influence and challenge senior managers. Proficiency in financial information systems, advanced spreadsheet and data analysis skills, and the ability to manage and mentor staff are essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £57K, and a benefits package which includes 30 days of holiday plus additional time off at Christmas and a generous pension scheme. You will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, balancing time between the office and remote work. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on the organisation, contributing to its financial stability and strategic growth. Additionally, you will benefit from ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work in a sector that is both challenging and rewarding.

What you need to do now


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An exciting development opportunity has arisen for the appointment of a band 2 healthcare assistant for Ophthalmology services at ELHT.

We can offer you an interesting career, where you will always be supported and appreciated. You will be working with a talented group of dedicated decision makers, and you can expect a personalised induction and orientation package with excellent personal development plans supported by our services designated practice education facilitator.

Our behaviour framework

We’re looking for people who want to make a positive difference. You’ll make it happen by taking responsibility, building trust and respect and working together to deliver excellence to our service users. Where we can, we also like to keep things simple so that we all contribute to making ELHT an effective, positive and rewarding place to work

So, if you are a confident, well-organised individual who thrives in a busy and continually transforming clinical environment then we would like to hear from you.

You will support all our ophthalmology services cross site as required and we encourage rotational working through all our service departments from outpatients to day case to provide you with development opportunities and experience.

Outpatient services - Responsible for providing a range of support to specialist services within ophthalmic outpatient’s clinics and chaperone duties to support our patients and clinicians, conducting various visual assessments, and supporting our nurse led injection clinics.

Day case unit & emergency eye clinic - preparation of patients for surgery, and discharges from the department with a holistic approach to care; ensuring patients receive safe, personal and effective care throughout their stay and act as the patients’ advocate.

You need to be able to demonstrate good, effective communication skills, be a caring and hardworking professional individual and be committed to working in a busy and often challenging environment and assist the team in delivering excellent patient care.

Good time management skills are essential, as is the ability to prioritise your workload.

You will participate in service improvements and attend relevant meetings.

Established in 2003 East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is a large integrated health care organisation providing high quality acute secondary healthcare for the people of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen.

Our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 700,000 patients a year from the most serious of emergencies to planned operations and procedures. We employ over 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work and achievements.

Our Ophthalmology services are spread across three main sites, the Royal Blackburn and Burnley general hospitals and the St Peters centre Burnley. We also run a peripheral clinic based at Clitheroe community hospital. Our day case services are situated on the Fairhurst wing at the Burnley general hospital site.

Our outpatient services run Monday to Friday 8am till 17.00 / 18.00
There is opportunity to offer flexible working arrangements where services allow.

To deliver SAFE, PERSONAL and EFFECTIVE patient care on a daily basis.

Responsible for providing a range of support to our specialist services within ophthalmic outpatient’s clinics, day case and emergency eye clinic when required.

To support the productive operation of the clinic environment by undertaking a range of non-clinical activities which contribute to the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

Ability to demonstrate the Trust Values, Behaviours and Attitudes at all times


This advert closes on Friday 1 Nov 2024

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (KS1)
Location: Various Primary Schools in Blackburn

Job Description:
We are seeking a Bank SEN Teaching Assistant to work across various primary schools in the areas of Blackburn and Accrington. This role will be supporting various schools with their special educational needs (SEN) and working closely with the teachers of these schools to create an inclusive environment.

Requirements:
- Experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in a SEN setting
- Relevant qualification in supporting teaching and learning (or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of SEN and the ability to support diverse learning needs
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Benefits:
- Flexibility, you can work as many days as you'd like. This can suit someone who can pick up short notice work.
- Competitive rates of pay up to £17.71p/h
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive and welcoming school

Safeguarding & Application Requirements:
All applicants are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, and Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) following our safeguarding policy.

Your CV should cover the last 10 years of employment, including explanations for any employment breaks. You must have the legal right to work in the UK and be willing to attend a registration interview.

About Us:
Veritas Education works with a variety of schools across a wide geographical area, providing teaching placements at the primary, secondary, and college levels, as well as support staff positions.

Apply today to join a committed team dedicated to making a difference in students' lives!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Your new company
I am working with a dynamic and forward-thinking company based in Nelson, who are known for its commitment to excellence and providing a supportive work environment. Due to expansion, they are looking for a skilled Credit Controller to join their finance team.

Your new role
As a Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing the company's credit policies and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding debts. This involves assessing the creditworthiness of new and existing customers, monitoring customer accounts, and implementing effective debt recovery procedures. You will maintain accurate financial records and foster strong relationships with customers, playing a crucial role in supporting the company's financial health and stability. Key responsibilities include debt collection, financial reporting, customer relations, compliance and risk management, and process improvement. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday on a hybrid basis.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need proven experience as a Credit Controller with strong knowledge of credit management and debt collection processes, and proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, along with high attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. You should be able to work independently and as part of a team, and have strong organisational and time management skills. The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with cross-functional teams is crucial.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary up to £30,000 and benefits package, opportunities for professional development and career progression, and a supportive and collaborative work environment. Flexible working arrangements are available, and you will have the chance to work with a reputable and growing company.Your benefits package includes: enhanced holidays, hybrid working policy with a minimum of 3 days in office per week (post probation).

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, clrobation), flexible working, staff discounts and recognition awards. ick 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Your new company

A leading Insurance business based in Burnley are currently seeking an Insurance Administrator to join their growing business on a full-time permanent basis.
This position is due to internal progression as the business are known to have a brilliant reputation for providing excellent training and support. The ideal candidate should have a strong administration background and be adaptable within the workplace. This role is Office based, working Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.

Your new role
Working closely with the Insurance Brooker to ensure a smooth running of the business, providing support to clients, ensuring they are kept up to date throughout the entire process.
Checking documents are correct and accurate, whilst processing orders and maintaining a strong working relationship.
You will be responsible for taking calls, actioning emails and general administrative tasks.

What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience within administration, excellent communication both written and verbal. The ability to update and maintain databases, willingness to learn new processes and work collaboratively within the team.
Great attention to detail and ability to update and maintain databases, along with strong negotiation skills. You should be Proficient with IT, including Microsoft Packages and an ability to work well in office based environments.

What you'll get in return
* Competitive salary between £24,000 - £26,000 depending on experience
* Full training and support will be provided.
* Monday-Friday, office based.
* Opportunities to grow and progress within the organisation.
* 23 days annual leave, plus bank

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Finance Assistant
Accountancy Service
Lytham St Annes
Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00 (37.5 Hours per week)
Permanent Role
£23,450pa+ Dependent on Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Inputting Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger and Cash Book transactions on a timely basis to assist with the monthly production of the management accounts.
• Making payments via BACs and taking over the phone card payments, carried out by following procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk to the business.
• Proactively liaising with customers and suppliers to ensure ledgers are accurate and issues are addressed, communicating via telephone, email, and face to face meetings
• Resolve any complaints and service issues quickly to the satisfaction of the customer ensuring that business retained, and customer loyalty is strengthened.
• Maintain strong working relationships with other teams to foster an environment that strengthens the core and continuously improves.
• Proactively challenge working practices to enable delivery of a service that is customer focused and adds value.
• Develop self and suggest improvements to the service you deliver by gaining knowledge through continued professional development provided by the company.
• Excel based calculations and monitoring of items such as agency rebates and referral awards.
• Support with Intercompany and VAT reconciliations as part of month end processes.
• Support with bank reconciliations.
• Take ownership of one set of small company accounts to develop commercial awareness and accounting rules

What Skills are required

• GCSE standard passes including Maths and English, or equivalent.
• Book- keeping and Ledger experience an advantage.
• AAT qualification an advantage.
• Experience with accounting software is an advantage
• Strong Excel skills
• Attention to detail essential
• Good communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on 01772 208969

Insurance Claims Handler
£26,000 - £32,000 + DOE
Onsite Parking
Training Support
Close to Bolton/Bury within a high spec office

Working for a leading independent insurance broker with a rich history spanning over 60 years. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Insurance Claims Handler to join their friendly and well established team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse range of claims predominantly within Property & Liability.

Key Responsibilities as an Insurance Claims Handler

- Claims Assessment: Review and assess insurance claims across various products to determine coverage and liability.
- Client Acknowledgment: Acknowledge all new claims to clients and insurers, keeping clients informed and pursuing the best outcome.
- Investigation: Investigate and gather evidence to support claims decisions.
- Negotiation: Negotiate with claimants, insurers, and other parties to reach fair settlements.
- Timely Handling: Ensure all claims are processed efficiently, adhering to FCA guidelines and company procedures.
- Record Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all claims activities.
- Diary Management: Manage an efficient diary system for claims follow-up.
- Mentorship: Mentor and provide guidance to junior claims handlers.
- Customer Service: Maintain a high level of customer service and adherence to exceptional care standards.
- Relationship Development: Build and maintain good working relationships with clients and insurers.
- Industry Awareness: Stay up-to-date with changes in the insurance and childcare industries.
- Reporting: Prepare claims reports for Account Executives on larger cases.
- Training: Conduct training and assessment exercises in line with the individual T&C scheme and identify areas for personal development.

The package as an Insurance Claims Handler
- Competitive salary.
- Workplace pension with employer-matched 5% contribution.
- Life Assurance - Death in service benefit (2x annual salary).
- Support for obtaining CII qualifications.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- 25 days of annual leave, plus extra holiday days at Christmas not deducted from annual entitlement.

Please apply with your latest CV if you have a background in Insurance Claims. We look forward to hearing from you!

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Lower Level Senior Sales Consultant (Life Sales)

Basic Salary £30,000.00 – OTE £65,000.00

Based in Manchester City Centre

Job Description:

The role will be part of an experienced team of life insurance lower-level senior sales consultants who take up to 14 leads per day and make outbound calls to a warm database of clients, with the objective of providing a range of suitable insurance products on a non-advised basis. As an insurance broker with access to the whole of the market, lower levels senior sales consultants are expected to be highly professional, tenacious and compliant at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for delivering good customer outcomes that are consistent with Consumer Duty
Maximise the potential of every lead received and overcome objections
Conduct a robust fact find with each client, ensuring the correct product is presented
Offer a range of products which are suitable for the clients and their budget
Maintain a high standard of compliance at all times
Manage a pipeline of business effectively
Communicate clearly and precisely to the customers
Work towards and ultimately achieve the targets set by the line manager
Use questioning and listening skills when understanding the customer’s needs
Utilise the calling technology provided, with a minimum of 4 hours call requirement per day
Be polite and represent the business respectfully
Work towards personal goals and ambitions set in 1-2-1 meetings
Carry out other responsibilities set out by management
Always be punctual and respectful of other employees.
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and the role holder will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by growth or changes within the role or the organisation and the overall business objectives of the Company.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience



Basic IT ability
Sales Process
Insurance knowledge (desirable)
Product knowledge (desirable)
CRM system (desirable).
Essential Skills

Excellent written, verbal & listening communication skills with a professional telephone manner
Ability to build rapport effectively with customers and colleagues
Experience of influencing and persuading to successfully and compliantly handle objectives
Proven ability to fact find in detail to ensure the customer needs are fully established and met
Demonstrable success in closing sales whilst adhering to a sales process
Accuracy & attention to detail .
Desirable Skills

Ability to effectively summarise and para-phrase back to customers based on the information provided.
Essential Experience

Experience of working successfully in a fast paced, targeted and regulated telephone sales environment
Previously worked and enjoyed success in a micro-managed, buzzing and structured sales environment
Team player but with the ability to achieve individual success
Demonstrable success in a high volume based telephone sales role following a structured sales script
Proven experience of consultative sales processes in a B2C telephone environment.
Desirable Experience

Insurance or financial service sales
Cold calling
Mentoring sales teams for success
Experience in a similar role preferred but not essential.
Key Competencies

Adaptability

Following instructions & procedures
Results driven & self-motivated
Relationship building & effective interaction
Coping with pressures & set-backs/resilience
Tenacity & persistence
Learning & applying knowledge
Concern Handling & Negotiating.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Life insurance
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Your new company
A fantastic charity in the Skelmersdale area that provides vital services to the community groups it serves is looking for an all-round administrator to join their operation for 3 months!
Your new role
Working with a small and efficient team that services different areas of the charity, you will be providing critical administrative support functions! This varied role spans across operations and finance, and therefore your duties will reflect this. You will be responsible for a range of admin duties such as arranging appointments for service users, processing service charges, uploading invoices to Xero and answering incoming calls to direct to the relevant departments. You will be based in the office for this post, however full or part time hours will be considered!
What you'll need to succeed
Prior administration experience in the not for profit sector would be an advantage, however this is not essential as all sectors will be considered. You will be a confident and competent administrator that thrives in changing environments. Used to working with minimal guidance, you will be able to hit the ground running and feel confident in managing your own workload on a day to day basis. Prior experience processing invoices on Xero is a huge advantage for this post! You will be immediately available.
What you'll get in return
Working with a wonderful charity that gives outstanding services, you will be able to take pride in your contributions. You will have full or part time hours (both considered), and have an hourly rate of £11.54 - £12.05ph. Free on-site parking is available. Permanent prospects available for the right candidate.
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You must have been in the UK for 12 months prior to applying for this post and be able to provide a 6 year address history to be able to complete the prison clearance.

Have you ever thought about working within the prison environment?

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain experience in a challenging and rewarding role?
Then look no further…

This is an advert for a Registered General Nurse to work within the integrated health service at HMP Wymott.

The prison is based in Ulnes Walton (near Leyland, Lancashire) and is easily accessible by public transport, Wymott prison is a Male Category C.

This is an exciting and dynamic role for the post holder who will be looking to expand their knowledge in health and justice services. We are looking to recruit warm, compassionate, caring, hardworking individuals to join our friendly, motivated and dynamic team at HMP Wymott.

Nursing in prison is never dull or predictable. On any given day the skills you use may be similar to those you need working in health promotion or A&E, alternatively you may be supporting people to manage their mental health or substance misuse. It’s this variety that keeps things fresh and stimulating. Every day will bring new challenges and new experiences. But at the same time, you’ll have all the support you need to deliver the best care possible.




You will be a qualified RGN with a real passion for developing your clinical skills in an environment that is ever changing. You’ll have a flexible approach working within a team that encourage new ideas and opinions on how to improve the service.

If you are self-motivated and able to work autonomously as well as showing plenty of initiative when it comes to handling a wide range of situations, then this could be the right role for you!

We would welcome any potential candidates to enter discussion about this role, to look around the prison and to meet the team if they wish to do so.

Healthcare services operate 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, and the successful applicants would need to be flexible in their approach to meeting the demands of the service.

We are happy to appoint qualified nurses, or nurses that are due to qualify or are in preceptorship and will provide any further training, or personal development required.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

For further information relating to this role, please have a look at the attached job description and person specification.

Staff benefits
• Pay Enhancements – 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts


This advert closes on Monday 21 Oct 2024

JOB TITLE: Customer Support

SALARY: £23,500

LOCATION(S): Blackburn and covering our friendly branches
HOURS: 35 hours a week, including some Saturdays

WORKING PATTERN: Full-time

About this opportunity
Do you want to be part of a team that makes a genuine difference to customers, businesses and communities?

As one of our Customer Support colleagues, you'll learn, grow and develop within an inclusive organisation with genuine values focussed on putting people first.

You could be in one of our branches helping our customers side by side, or working from home, doing your best to help the person at the other end of the line (we also connect via social media, web-chat and remote advice video calls).

You'll learn to make the most of your best talent - helping people. You'll show you care and understand what matters to them and if you don't know the answer then you'll have access to a supportive team that do.

From Day 1 we'll provide all the training and support you'll need. Join us and, as well as making a difference to customers, you'll enjoy a fulfilling career where you're free to be yourself. Great colleagues, transforming workspaces, potential hybrid working and a wide variety of career opportunities - you'll find them all here.

About us
From building a truly sustainable business to creating a place where people love to work, we need colleagues who are up for the challenge of our bold ambitions. Who are excited to push boundaries and make change happen. Together, we can grow with purpose.

What you'll need

• Crucially, you're a people person - to be honest and genuine, caring about helping people with their finances (no previous financial services experience required)
• The ability to quickly build relationships to give customers a fantastic experience.
• The passion to put yourself in the customers' shoes, show empathy, acting with care and integrity - taking time to resolve queries and giving our customers confidence in the service you're providing.
• The commitment to deliver on your promises and going above and beyond for your customer.
• A genuine teammate - collaborating closely with colleagues to ensure your customers' needs are met.
• If located in in one of our hybrid locations, you will need to meet our Homeworking criteria, for example, a quiet, private room at home, stable internet connection.
  
  

About working for us

Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms.

We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture.

We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative.

And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups.

We're disability confident. So, if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%
• An annual performance-related bonus
• Share schemes including free shares
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• 22 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top
• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

Ready for a career where you can have a positive impact as you learn, grow and thrive?

Apply today and find out more. (Please note our roles can generate a considerable amount of interest and close early so don't miss out on this opportunity to apply today.)

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

What skills and experience we're looking for

What skills and qualities do you need?

Aspirational Futures is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the Trust’s central executive team, someone who is eager to be a part of our story.

Your impact; alongside having the aptitude and qualifications to oversee the finance functions of our newly established Trust, we know that you are going to need energy, drive, and various skills. You will be part of the team that is at the forefront of constructing the frameworks that support the trust and its schools. This is not just a job; it is a chance to be part of the future of our young people and make a lasting difference.

PERSON SPECIFICATION - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Education and training

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Possession of or working towards relevant professional accountancy qualification(s) such as ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA (including CIPFA qualifications developed in partnership with ISBL) ICAEW or equivalent

Commitment to maintain continuing professional development and/or personal development and undertake relevant ongoing training

Qualification in Education Leadership, e.g. DSBM, Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA)

School Resource Management Accreditation

Experience

Senior financial management and strategic leadership role in an academy or academy trust

Experience of working at Board level

Experience of successful CIF bids

Experience of working in a medium to large organisation with a number of budget holders

Experience of internal and external audit

Knowledge and skills

Strong understanding of financial regulations and accounting principles

Statutory requirements for the operation of an educational institution, including company secretarial, legal and tax issues

Strong understanding of the Academy Trust Handbook

Strategic thinker with the ability to exercise strong leadership skills

Highly-developed analytical skills to provide perspective and insight

Strong technical ability, with experience of Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning, resource optimisation, and people management

Excellent IT skills with extensive knowledge and application of financial packages (e.g. HCSS, PS Financials etc)

Knowledge and experience of managing external relationships with professional and regulatory bodies

Management experience with a proven track record in empowering colleagues and teams

Understanding of and a passion for education, with a strong moral purpose

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information to diverse stakeholders

Personal attributes

Outstanding professional profile with an excellent track record in HR management, strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Analytical problem-solving capability with well-developed emotional intelligence, judgement and political awareness

Resilience and ability to drive change, both through their own practice, team and across the trust schools

Highly effective communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively

Diplomacy, openness and approachability

Personable, but principled style of strategic leadership and contextual, pragmatic understanding of resource management

Personal integrity, self-awareness and a commitment to personal development and self-reflection

What the school offers its staff

Our trust vision.

• Advance education by providing a holistic, all-through education to ensure our learners are well-prepared and ready to meet the challenges of the next stage in their education, training or employment.
• Instil the character traits necessary to ensure all our learners can successfully contribute to a global society by focusing on an evidence-based approach to Character Education and Personal Development from Reception through to Year 11.
• Offer rich and varied opportunities to promote spiritual, moral, cultural and social development, from primary through to secondary.
• Aim to ensure no child, regardless of their educational needs or background, is left behind due to our inclusive approach.
• Ensure our learners can contribute economically to the local and surrounding communities through our deep understanding of careers and economic education, and the local, regional and national labour markets.

Our family of schools.

All the schools in the trust family are well established and well known in their communities and we all work together to achieve the common aim of ensuring all our young people are well educated and well prepared for the challenges that life after school will bring.

Parklands High School, Chorley.

Parklands High School is an 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive school in Chorley, Lancashire. There are 1,107 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of GOOD (June 2023). Parklands is a founder school in the trust, having converted to academy status in 2012. Chief Executive Officer, Steve Mitchell, is the former headteacher of the school. Budget is £7,120,631. The trust offices are located at the school.

Walton le Dale High School, Chorley.

Joining our trust in June 2024, Walton le Dale High School is an 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive school in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. It has 772 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of REQUIRES IMPROVEMENT (June 2022). This is our first sponsor school, which we have been supporting since Easter 2023. Budget is £5,275,715. This school is approximately 8 miles from the trust offices.

Balshaw Lane Primary School, Euxton, Chorley.

Balshaw Lane Primary School converted to an academy in April 2024 and is a founder school in the trust. It is a two-form entry primary school with 385 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING (November 2011). Budget is £1,793,290. This school is approximately 1 mile from the trust offices.

Gillibrand Primary School, Chorley.

Gillibrand Primary School converted to an academy in March 2024 and was the third primary school to apply to join our trust but was the first to actually join us! It has 210 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING (July 2022). Budget is £1,021,633. This school is approximately 1 mile from the trust offices.

Highfield Community Primary School, Chorley.

Our newest school, Highfield Community Primary School, which is also a founder school in our trust finally joined us in September 24. This conversion has been much delayed due to building and land issues, which are now resolved. The school has 246 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of GOOD (October 2019). Budget is £1,338,366. This school is approximately 1.5 miles from the trust offices.

The benefits of working with us.

In our trust we place emphasis on wellbeing, collaboration and professional development for our staff, underpinned by research. Our aim is to ensure our students finish their education with us as well-rounded, well-grounded individuals who will make a positive contribution to society, which is partly achieved by ensuring our workforce is supported and professionally challenged, underpinned by comprehensive CPD programmes and wellbeing initiatives. We offer the following benefits, designed to promote your wellbeing and make your role enjoyable and rewarding.

• Salary: competitive salary on the national teachers’ Leadership scale with automatic percentage increase as negotiated nationally.
• Annual leave: 32 days plus bank holidays (plus 2 concession days at Christmas)
• Paid leave: maternity/paternity leave, statutory adoption leave, shared parental leave, parental bereavement leave.
• Pension: a generous defined pension with the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Death in service payment: lump sum payment and an ongoing pension for your partner and children (subject to conditions & membership of the LGPS).
• A culture that actively promotes a positive work-life balance and wellbeing initiatives.
• Professional development: full and part-funded training courses (including higher cost courses such as Masters, PhD) plus a wide range of external and in-house learning opportunities available to all.
• Access to UK Healthcare (https://www.ukhealthcare.org.uk/) helping staff with the cost of everyday health expenses such as visiting the opticians, paying for glasses, dental treatment and even paying for prescriptions, up to agreed policy limits. Employees can also claim an allowance for hospital admissions, whether NHS or private, access telephone counselling services and receive a discount on gym membership to keep them fit and motivated for work.
• Flexible working: trust offices are currently based at Parklands High School but the Executive Leaders are also able to work from home.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Free gym: you have free access to the state-of-the-art gym at Parklands High school from 6.30am - 8.30am and from 4pm - 9pm Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday & Sunday.
• Car parking: free and on-site at Parklands High School, which also has 4 electric vehicle charging points (electricity charged at cost).
• Hot drinks: free tea & coffee are provided.
• CycleSolutions: facility to purchase bicycles and equipment at reduced cost through payroll.
• Discounts: enjoy shopping discounts as a member of the Parklands High School community.
• A comprehensive wellbeing social programme with a range of benefits including; Friday treats, staff barbecues, Christmas lunch, a well-stocked staff room.

Further details about the role

The Role.

As our CFO, your role is pivotal – a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on management, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Operations Officer and in collaboration with the rest of the leadership team, wider central team and the schools’ leadership teams to ensure our strategic priorities are met.

JOB DESCRIPTION - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Responsible to Chief Executive Officer

Contract; Full time, full year

Salary; Competitive, depending on experience

Key relationships; Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operations Officer (COO), Board of Trustees (BoT), Academy Headteachers, Academy Finance Teams.

Statement of purpose

The CFO will take strategic responsibility for Trust wide operations including but not limited to, financial management and control, reporting and compliance, risk management and audit, governance and contributing to delivering MAT growth.

Key Strategic / Leadership & Management Responsibilities

• To report to the BoT, as required, on areas of responsibility, highlighting any concerns, action taken and making recommendations for solutions, where appropriate and when improvement is not rapid enough.
• Working with the CEO, line manage the central services team, with specific regard to HR and payroll.
• Represent the central team at executive team level to the BoT and external bodies where appropriate.
• Promote the highest standards of financial and operational ethics within the Trust.
• Support the Trust’s growth strategy, providing strategic guidance, leadership and management of the Trust’s finances and operations.
• Represent the central team in planning and development within the Trust and ensure clear and effective two-way communication between academy staff and the central team.
• Ensure that the Trust meets its legal, corporate and statutory responsibilities and provide advice, direction and support to the CEO and BoT.
• Provide challenge, where appropriate, to existing practices at all levels and create more effective alternatives.
• Communicate and consult effectively as required with Senior Leaders of the Trust and other stakeholders to ensure change management leads to positive outcomes.
• To develop and review Trust policies in areas of responsibility, ensuring statutory policies are in place and reviewed and approved by the BoT as required.
• Represent the Trust within any external forums, creating opportunities to enhance the profile of the Trust within the education sector and local communities.
• Work within an infrastructure and culture that promotes excellence and high expectations for pupils/students and staff and complements the Trust’s vision.

Financial Management and Control:

• Provide strategic leadership and management of Trust finances, advising Senior Leaders and Trustees on all financial matters pertaining to the Trust.
• Support the BoT by advising, in conjunction with the CEO, on the setting of both trust-wide and individual academy annual budgets.
• Prepare and present the management accounts and related analysis to the BoT and Senior Leaders.
• Have responsibility for and manage the Trust’s and individual academies’ bank accounts and act as signatory.
• Lead on developing, setting, and monitoring the Trust’s three-year financial plan.
• Work with schools to ensure budgets are supported by consistent and realistic budget assumptions.
• Manage the Trust’s cash position at all times, including overseeing bank deposits.
• Develop and maintain the Trust’s financial policies and procedures in accordance with the Academies Financial Handbook, enabling robust financial management.
• Working with the CEO, develop and implement strategies for the generation of additional revenue and resources for the Trust.
• Provide relevant, clear, accurate and timely information to the BoT and Senior Leaders to inform key decision making and effective budgetary control.
• Lead on the procurement of commercial contracts and procurement processes for the Trust and ensure economies of scale are maximised.
• Ensure that VAT requirements are complied with, validate and certify VAT data and produce VAT returns, including online submissions.
• In line with the agreed Trust Scheme of Delegation, train, develop, empower and motivate financial staff across the Trust.

Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure that all schools are compliant with the requirements of the Academy Trust Handbook and Companies House, operating within the appropriate schemes of delegation.
• Complete and submit financial returns as required by the DfE, the ESFA, the Charities Commission and Companies House.
• Prepare and submit the Trust’s financial returns and reports, including annual accounts and monthly management accounts.
• Collect, assess, and analyse information required for annual statutory financial reporting.

Risk Management and Audit

• Lead on financial risk management and mitigation, strengthening controls, ensuring that the Trustees and Senior Leaders are aware of financial risks and issues and that these are being mitigated and managed appropriately.
• Working with the CEO and COO, maintain the Trust’s risk register and liaise with Trustees on risks on the horizon.
• Lead the preparation of the Trust’s statement of accounts, ensuring compliance with current accounting guidance, fully documenting processes.
• Develop and maintain an effective internal audit procedure for the trust and its academies, ensuring recommendations are actioned in a timely manner.
• Manage the external audit procedures for the Trust and its academies, and follow up on any recommendations resulting from the annual audit.
• Manage all insurance claims.
• Administer and account for the Trust’s Gift Aid Scheme.
• Liaise with, and report to the Charities’ Commission, ensuring that all statutory obligations are discharged.

Governance

• Working with the CEO, maintain and update the Trust’s Scheme of Delegation
• Attend and deliver key information and reports at BoT meetings and LGB meetings.
• Act as the key point of contact for trustees and the governance professional.

Growth

• Play a leading role in delivering the Trust’s strategic growth plan.
• Lead on completing and submitting Trust Capacity Growth Funding (TCAF) bids in line with the ESFA’s assessment criteria.
• Responsible for the provision and strategic analysis of timely, accurate and valid performance information to the BoT and Senior Leaders.
• Work with the Trust’s legal advisers on the conversion process ensuring compliance in all areas.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.