Finance Assistant – Full-…

Company: Valley Invicta Academies Trust
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Job Description:

Finance Assistant

Location: VIAT Finance Centre

Salary: VIAT Grade 5 (salary dependent on experience and qualifications)

Contract: Full-time term time only

Reporting to: Finance Manager

Valley Invicta Academies Trust (VIAT) is seeking a dedicated and organised Finance Assistant to join our central finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with finance experience who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment and is committed to providing high‑quality financial support across our schools.

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Trust’s financial processes, supporting schools and suppliers while maintaining accurate financial records and delivering excellent customer service.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join our friendly team of professionals in providing the essential business support that enables our schools to provide every child with an excellent education. In return we offer a competitive salary, a range of staff benefits, 24 days annual leave and access to the Local Government pension.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

  • Has a warm, welcoming and professional manner.
  • Is proactive, reliable and well organised.
  • Demonstrates integrity and maintains confidentiality.
  • Has a positive attitude towards learning and personal development.
  • Enjoys working collaboratively and supporting others.
  • Takes a hands‑on approach to their work.

Why Join VIAT?

  • Be part of a successful and growing multi‑academy trust.
  • Work within a supportive and collaborative team.
  • Access to professional development opportunities.
  • Contribute to improving outcomes for children and young people across our schools.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

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Posted: June 20th, 2026