North East Learning TrustThe North East Learning Trust is a multi-academy trust founded by The Academy at Shotton Hall in Peterlee.A family of 13 schools, NELT also deliver initial teacher training through their outstanding school-based provider, North East SCITT, to ensure new teachers are trained to the highest standards. North East Learning Trust exists to give children across the North East of England the very best education and is founded on deeply held principles that every child has the right to an excellent education.The Trust holds a simple vision that "Every child experiences excellence every day." This is shared by all schools and staff in the Trust and is the guiding principle of everything they do. Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with North East Learning Trust as they embark on the next phase of their exciting growth journey.Job Role: Finance AssistantWe are looking for a motivated, experienced Finance Assistant to support the central head office finance team contributing to an efficient, organised and accurate finance service for all academies within the trust. This role requires a high degree of accuracy and therefore we require someone with excellent attention to detail, who is well organised and has experience in a varied finance role. Excellent IT and financial systems experience are needed as the working environment is largely IT based. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team and will be working with a range of stakeholders to provide high levels of customer service, so the ability to work collaboratively and flexibly in a team is essential. Ideal CandidateThe Successful candidate will have: 

• A relevant accounting qualification equivalent to AAT Level 2 
• Excellent communication skills and organisational skills to manage busy workload independently.
• High competent in analysis and interpretation of information.
• Highly numerate with high degree of accuracy. 
• Strong interpersonal skills, particularly in developing relationships with internal customers.  

ApplicationIf you are interested in this position, apply now!