Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant Starting September 2026 15 hours per week 3 days per week Working Pattern: TBC Term-time plus: 41 weeks of the year Starting salary ELM6 £30,647 - £32,867 FTE Actual Salary - £11,549- £12,386 per annum We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised, and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our team. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will provide proactive administrative and transactional support to ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the school's finances. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. Duties will include: Administering the purchasing process, including raising purchase orders, processing goods received notes, and matching invoices. Processing supplier invoices, expenses, and claims, ensuring correct coding and authorisation. Preparing documentation for BACS payment runs. Maintaining supplier records and processing new supplier requests. Managing the school's online payment system and reconciling income. Assisting with credit card and petty cash reconciliations. Liaising with the Lettings Manager to ensure lettings income is invoiced promptly. Managing the finance email inbox and responding to enquiries. Supporting debt monitoring and income collection processes. Assisting with Fixed Asset Register maintenance and year-end finance activities. Ensuring compliance with Trust financial procedures and the Trust Handbook. Successful candidates will: Have excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Be numerate and confident using Microsoft Excel and Word. Be able to manage priorities and meet deadlines. Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Be flexible, reliable, and committed to maintaining confidentiality. Ideally have previous finance or school finance experience. In return we offer: A supportive and values-led community where every staff member is integral to our collective success A vibrant and collaborative team A school where wellbeing is a core component of our everyday practice Excellent professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme, including generous employer contributions. Free on-site parking Discounts at retailers, a cycle to work scheme and a free flu vaccination Closing date: Monday29th June 2026 at midday Interviews: w/c Monday 29th June 2026 Applications will be considered as they are received. We reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date.