Finance & Payroll Assistant - Full-time

The Duke of York's Royal Military School, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-6918-121S
• Posted:19/05/2025
• Pay:DOYRMS Band 5 (starting at £25,252 per annum)
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:06/06/2025 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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The Duke of York's Royal Military School is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Finance & Payroll Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of the School.

The role involves entering payroll transactions into EduPay, managing staff rents, and calculating monthly utility costs for onsite housing. You will assist in monitoring staff cost budgets and provide detailed analysis of payroll totals for posting to accounts. You will also be responsible for processing requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices using Sage 200, ensuring compliance with the School’s purchasing policies, and liaising with various departments. The role includes placing orders with suppliers, processing credit card receipts and claims, and resolving queries with cardholders.

In addition to finance-related duties, you will assist with general administrative tasks, such as filing, data entry, and supporting the HR team with ad hoc tasks. You will also provide cover for other finance team members during absences and have the opportunity to learn new financial processes.

The successful candidate will be a flexible team player, able to carry out a variety of tasks as requested by the Line Manager, Bursar or Senior Leadership Team.

Further Information

The starting salary for this role is £25,252 per annum. The hours for this role are 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 0800-1630 and Friday 0800-1600.

Ideally a full-time Finance & Payroll Assistant position, although reduced hours may be considered.

The full candidate pack and job description can be viewed on the School website.

Applications Process

Please submit completed application packs via email to the HR Department at Recruitment@doyrms.com. Ensure that you include a cover letter detailing your reasons for applying and your suitability for the role. The submission deadline is 1200pm on Friday 6 June 2025.

CVs alone will not be accepted.

Interviews will take place at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School and shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange suitable date and time.

Please note that the School reserves the right to close the application deadline earlier than stated, so we encourage candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Information about the school

Established in 1803 by His Royal Highness Frederick, Duke of York, The Duke of York's Royal Military School has a rich history rooted in educating the children of military personnel. Originally located in Chelsea, the School relocated to its current site in Dover, Kent, in 1909.

Today, the School offers full, weekly, and flexi boarding options for over 500 students aged 11 to 18. Operating on an independent School model, it provides high-quality education, a wide range of extracurricular activities, and outstanding facilities.

The School enjoys academic success way above the national average with well over half of all of grades being A* – B, BTEC with an average of Distinction, and 85% achieving A – C grades. 95% of students move on to university, with 73% achieving their aspirational first choice and 40% moving to Oxbridge and Russell group universities. Ranked in the top 5% of Schools nationally, students make outstanding progress at GCSE, achieving over two-thirds of a grade higher than the national average. The progress students make during their time at the School is a significant strength. Factors contributing to high academic standards include supervised prep, Saturday morning lessons, small class sizes, and proactive encouragement for each student to achieve their best. The School operates on an independent model, with a dynamic schedule that includes Saturday morning classes and afternoon activities such as sports and performances.

The School's aim is to provide an all-round education with an academic focus, encapsulated in the Dukies; motto: "Looking forward with confidence, looking back with pride." An extensive co-curricular programme with over 60 clubs and societies offers a wide range of opportunities, exposing students to new experiences and setting them apart as they embark on their next life stages, well-equipped with essential skills for success.

The Duke of York's Royal Military School continues to honour its rich heritage while embracing innovation, providing a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and personally.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Phoebe Abbott
• Address:The Duke Of York's, Royal Military School, Guston, Dover, Kent, CT15 5EQ
• Telephone: 01304 245023
• Email: recruitment@doyrms.com

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