Operating a Gold contract – ‘What you need to know’
A live webinar focussing on supporting school finance officers to complete month end tasks, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance and prepare information for Financial Services visits
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Available to Booking Managers from schools or settings that are approved to pay by invoice.
Available to anyone booking on behalf of a school or setting who wishes to pay by card.
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For individuals booking a single personal space on this course
This session supports school finance officers in completing the full range of month end tasks required under a Gold Contract. It explains the key financial processes that maintain accurate records, support compliance and ensure systems are prepared for every Financial Services visit. The course provides clear, practical guidance on each required step, using examples that reflect how schools work and helping participants approach their month end activities with confidence. It includes an overview of posting financial transactions into the finance system such as payroll, completing the bank reconciliation, reviewing the mismatch report, validating VAT and ensuring all elements of the system are fully reconciled. By the end of the session, participants will understand the monthly workflow and be ready to present accurate information to their Financial Services Advisor.
identify the full range of services and support included within a Gold Contract
understand the monthly financial tasks required when working under a Gold Contract
recognise the training and preparation needed before moving to a Gold Contract
explain how school financial processes support accurate work with the Finance Partner