Finance and HR Administrator

Knowledge, skills and experience

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Experience of financial administration, purchase ledger processing or bookkeeping activities.
• Experience of administrative work in a busy office environment.
• Experience of maintaining accurate records and databases.
• Experience of using finance and/or HR systems.
• Excellent standard of literacy and numeracy.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
• Experience of handling confidential information appropriately.

Desirable

• Experience of recruitment administration or HR administration.
• Experience of working within an educational setting.
• Knowledge of safer recruitment processes and compliance requirements.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to process financial information accurately and efficiently.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain effective filing and record-keeping systems.
• Good numerical skills and confidence working with financial information.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Good customer service skills and professional communication with a range of stakeholders.
• Competent use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Personal Qualities

• Professional, reliable and trustworthy.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality.
• Positive and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Willingness to contribute positively to the wider life of the school.