Job Title: Finance Assistant (Temporary - 5 Months) Salary: Up to £36,000 (pro‑rated) Location: Hale, Manchester Start Date: Immediate Reporting to: Head of Finance Main Purpose of Job: This is a temporary 5‑month position, starting immediately, supporting the central finance function across multiple academies and business units role includes leading finance support for a designated training/learning institute, ensuring the delivery of accurate and high‑quality financial reporting to senior management and governance groups. The postholder will be line‑managed by the Group Finance Manager, who will provide day‑to‑day guidance and support. Key Responsibilities Complete monthly accounting processes, including management accounts, for the designated training/learning institute. Process purchase requisitions and orders for assigned schools/business units using the organisation's procurement module. Act as the lead contact for purchase order and procurement‑system queries. Provide technical support to finance colleagues and liaise with the system helpdesk and IT support where required. Deliver training and provide assistance to users of the procurement system across the central hub. Manage income for school trips and activities, including online payment platforms and addressing staff/parent queries. Support accounts payable: process invoices, reconcile credit card transactions, and arrange supplier payments. Assist with accounts receivable and income processing for assigned schools/business units. Support posting bank transactions into the finance system and producing monthly bank reconciliations. Ensure full compliance with all finance policies and procedures outlined in the Financial Manual. Work closely with the Senior Finance Officer to maintain efficient daily financial operations. Undertake any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Finance Manager or Chief Finance Officer. General Responsibilities (All Employees) Produce high‑quality documentation consistent with organisational standards. Comply with safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection policies. Participate in required training and development activities. Engage fully in the performance management process. Support and assist in the training and development of staff where appropriate. Promote the role and the wider organisation both internally and externally. Represent the organisation at relevant events when required. Support and uphold organisational ethos and values. Undertake any additional duties within the general scope of the post as required by senior leadership. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays