Do you have education industry finance experience? Join our clients team as a Temporary Finance Assistant!
Job Details
* Location: Sittingbourne
* Contract Type: Temporary approximate 6‑12 months
* Start Date: ASAP
* Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (30 min lunch) – Hybrid after training is completed
* Pay:£14.00 – £17.00 per hour (DOE)
What You’ll Be Doing
* Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and staff expense claims in line with trust policies and financial regulations.
* Verify invoice details, match to purchase orders, and resolve discrepancies by liaising with internal departments and suppliers.
* Maintain and reconcile the Purchase Ledger, ensuring all entries are accurate and up to date, coded to the correct nominal codes and authorised by budget holders.
* Prepare weekly or fortnightly payment runs, ensuring correct authorisations and compliance with financial procedures.
* Monitor outstanding invoices and supplier statements; carry out regular reconciliations.
* Respond to supplier queries promptly and professionally, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
* Support month‑end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and ledger reconciliations.
* Assist with maintaining accurate financial records for audit and compliance purposes.
* Support wider finance team activities such as data entry, filing, and general administrative duties as required.
* Contribute to continuous improvement by recommending and implementing process efficiencies.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience in a finance role, ideally within education or public sector finance environment.
* Proficiency with financial systems such as PS Financials IRIS, Sage, Xero, or Access.
* Excellent numeracy, accuracy, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines.
* Professional communicator with a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to safeguarding requirements.
Benefits
* Weekly Pay
* Up to 28 days annual leave
* Access to free eyecare vouchers
* Temp of the Month awards
* Timesheets can be completed on mobile devices
* Perks at work
* Discount schemes
* Access to Well‑being platforms
Equality and Diversity Statement
Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal‑opportunity employer who respects and appreciates people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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