Finance Assistant : Sittingbourne
Key Skills and Responsibilities
Support day:to:day financial operations including invoicing, processing payments, and budget monitoring Maintain accurate and up:to:date financial records in line with organisational and statutory requirements Assist in the preparation of financial reports for senior leadership and relevant stakeholders Reconcile accounts, including expenses, school funds, and other financial transactions Support budget setting, forecasting, and ongoing financial planning processes Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and organisational policies Liaise with suppliers, external auditors, and local authority finance teams where required Assist with processing expenses, purchase orders, and financial documentation Support wider financial administration including grant funding and fundraising activity
Skills and Experience
Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role, ideally within an education or public sector environment Strong understanding of financial processes and record keeping Confident use of financial systems and Microsoft Excel Excellent numeracy skills with strong attention to detail Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines Strong communication skills when dealing with staff, suppliers, and external organisations Proactive approach with willingness to support process improvements Relevant finance qualifications (e.g. AAT or working towards) desirable but not essential
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