Finance Assistant
Sheffield High School is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support the smooth running of our financial operations.
Responsibilities
* Processing accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll transactions
* Preparing, maintaining and reviewing accurate financial records and reports
* Ensuring compliance with all established procedures and GDST financial policies
* Processing invoices, payments and receipts promptly and accurately
Sheffield High School is part of a cluster group of four schools within the GDST. The Finance Teams work in close co‑operation, and as a Finance Assistant, you will be expected to support these other schools as and when required.
About You
You will hold an accountancy or financial qualification equivalent to AAT level and bring experience of working with purchase, sales and general ledgers, as well as bank reconciliations. You will be confident using databases and financial systems, capable of managing internal accounts and budgets, and comfortable working as part of a team. Strong accuracy, attention to detail and efficient time‑management skills are also essential for success in the role.
About the School
Sheffield High School, part of the Girls Day School Trust (GDST), is an independent girls day school with a reputation for academic excellence, strong pastoral care and a wide breadth of extra‑curricular activity. We offer an Infant, Junior and Senior School across one site and we are proud to be at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
Benefits
* Competitive terms and conditions of employment, and competitive salaries and pay progression
* Membership of the GDST flexible pension scheme (18% employer contribution and flexibility to generate a pay top‑up of up to 10% of pensionable salary in lieu of pension)
* 36‑week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2‑week half term in the Autumn
* Access to extensive professional development opportunities and training grants for qualifications
* Free life assurance benefit
* Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured, offering free 24‑hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
* A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
* Free lunches for all staff during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
* In‑school staff wellbeing activities such as yoga, fitness classes, wellbeing walks
* Interest‑free loans for training, computer purchase and travel season ticket loans
* A Cycle to Work scheme
* Good transport links and free parking
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Temporary
Job Function
Finance
Application Deadline
9am on Monday 8th December 2025
Interview Dates
Week commencing 15th December 2025
Equal Opportunity Statement
Sheffield High School and the GDST are committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. Sheffield High School and the GDST are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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