Accounts Assistant

We are outstanding, you can be too.

We are looking for an adaptable and diligent Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team here at Portland College. We are looking for someone who has a positive work ethic and who is able to collaborate effectively with others.

The successful candidate will ideally have some experience working within a finance role, however, we are willing to provide additional training if someone lacks experience but has other skills and attributes we are looking for.

A day in the role will primarily involve working on accounts payable with some accounts receivable. In addition, the Accounts Assistant will be responsible for processing accounts payable invoices and raising sales invoices, as well as supporting with processes and management reports at the end of each month in a timely manner.

To thrive in this role, you will take a collaborative approach within the team, providing support to team members where required, and working closely with the Assistant Accountant. Within this role, you will come into contact with Portland Charity staff, learners and citizens, therefore the ideal candidate will have an approachable and friendly manner.

This role is office based, therefore computer and literacy skills are a must. Some experience in using finance systems would be desirable, but additional training can be provided.

If you would like to work as part of a thriving Finance team within a bustling and vibrant college setting, this role is for you.

You can see more about what we do at Portland Charity by looking at the Who We Are and Choose Your Future pages on our website https://www.portland.ac.uk/

Working at Portland Charity

At Portland Charity, our learners, citizens and staff are at the heart of what we do. We are passionate about our vision that all people with disabilities will have a lifetime of opportunity, and you could help us to achieve that. Our priority for staff is to create an outstanding place to work where the rewards of a job well done can be seen in the faces of our learners and citizens.

There are lots of great benefits to working at Portland Charity

·        A rewarding career and working towards positive outcomes for our learners and citizens

·        Enhanced holidays of 33 days per year when you join us (pro rata) and you are able to buy up to 10 additional days of holiday

·        You are eligible for a Blue Light Card with access to lots of great discounts

·        Free and confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme

·        Free parking on site and access to a subsidised canteen with a variety of meal options

·        Everyone has an opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills on the job through training, mentoring and qualifications.

·        Free life assurance – your family will benefit from a payment of 4x your annual salary if the unthinkable should happen

We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections the community.

Qualifications needed

Essential

·        Level 2 Maths (or equivalent)

·        Level 2 English (or equivalent)

Desirable

Accountancy/Finance Qualification (Level 2 minimum)

Working Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Applying to work at Portland Charity

There are some other important things you need to know before you apply to work with us at Portland Charity.

Portland Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its learners, citizens, customers, volunteers and staff. We expect all our staff to be aware of their responsibilities to protect learners, citizens, customers, volunteers and staff from abuse or harm and to promote Fundamental British Values.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. 

Where applicable, you will need to provide evidence of your care qualifications and/or be willing to complete the Care Certificate within a three month period.

Please note – We need you to complete an application form to fulfil our Safer Recruitment responsibilities, but you can submit a CV, and we will consider it alongside your application form.

In order to apply for this role, you will need to apply using our online recruitment portal, Face Ed.

Please click on the “apply” button, and this will take you to the link to access the platform.

If you have any questions or need some help when completing your application, you can contact work@portland.ac.uk or call the recruitment team on 01623 499111, extension 428 or 205, and we will be happy to help.

Many of our staff have a disability, and we’re proud to hold Disability Confident and Mindful Employer status which recognises our positive approach to physical and mental health and wellbeing at work. If you would like to speak with us before completing an application, you can contact our recruitment team on 01623 499 111 or via email at work@portland.ac.uk who will be happy to support you with your application or answer any questions.

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