Wishford Education (Group) LimitedSN13 0ES
Finance Assistant
OVERVIEW
Wishford Education are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Finance Assistant to support the development of the group of independent schools.
This is a broad role covering:
* Processing customer and supplier invoices
* Managing accounts receivable and payable
* Ordering supplies
* Reconciling the credit card and collating receipts
* Assisting with the purchase order process
* Early Years Funding claims
* Payroll administration
* Assistance with general office administration
Responsible to:
* Head of Financial Operations
Hours, Salary & Benefits:
Hours: Based at the group’s Support Office in Corsham, Wiltshire
The role is year-round, on a permanent contract. We would be open to accepting applications for a part time or full time role.
* EV scheme with Octopus
* Cycle to work scheme and shopping discounts
* Means tested staff discount
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays per annum
* Access to the group’s counselling scheme
* Access to fully funded apprenticeships
* Discretionary Christmas stand down
* Personal accident at work cover
* Flexible working patterns, hybrid working available
Job Description:
* To process supplier invoices and match them with purchase orders and complete the purchase order tracker
* To liaise with suppliers to resolve queries
* To prepare payment runs accurately and on a timely basis
* To check and process employee expense claims
* To assist with the termly invoicing process
* To collect information regarding pupils’ extra-curricular activities and ensure that it is entered accurately onto each pupil’s account
* To assist with the administration of the grant funding for nursery pupils
* To process fee income received
* To follow the group’s credit control procedures to ensure that fees are received promptly
* To prepare bank reconciliations on a daily basis
* To process orders for school supplies
* To reconcile the credit card and collate receipts
* To ensure that the fixed asset registers are kept up to date
* To assist with the administration of payroll
* To assist with group reporting and the preparation of information for the year end audit
* To assist with the smooth running of the office
Person Specification:
The successful candidate will have the following qualities:
* Honesty, integrity and a sense of humour
* Accuracy, attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines
* Adaptability, a ‘can do’ attitude and a willingness to pitch in to get things done
* Experience of accounting software (training will be given)
* Experience of payroll administration
* A good working knowledge of Excel
* An interest in education and understanding of the independent school mode
To apply, please fill in The Group’s Application Form, and email it to HR@wishford.co.uk.
Wishford Schools (Group) Limited
25-27 High Street
Corsham
Wiltshire
SN13 0ES
Important Info and How to Apply:
The application form may be accompanied by a covering letter of no more than one page.
Closing Date: Tuesday 26 th August 25
We reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the application deadline/closing date should a suitable candidate be found. Prompt application is encouraged as we will arrange interviews as applications and received.
Wishford Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Appointments will be made solely on merit and will be made without regard to age, disability, gender, nationality, race, colour, ethnicity, or religion.
An enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be required for this post. Wishford Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates must be prepared to undergo appropriate pre-appointment child protection screening.
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