Job Description
Your new companyAn established and forward-thinking education provider is seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join its busy and supportive team. Based within a school environment, this organisation is committed to delivering high standards across both education and operational functions, with finance playing a key role in maintaining efficiency and compliance.You'll be joining a collaborative team where your contribution will directly support the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations, working closely with both on-site staff and a central finance function.Your new roleAs Finance Assistant, you will play a vital role in managing day-to-day financial administration, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and adherence to established procedures.Key responsibilities will include:Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments in line with financial proceduresSupporting BACS payment runs and maintaining associated documentationAssisting with income collection, cash handling and banking preparationRaising sales invoices and monitoring incoming paymentsMaintaining accurate financial records using systems such as Excel and finance platformsSupporting reconciliations, month-end and year-end processesPreparing routine financial reports and maintaining supporting spreadsheetsActing as a key point of contact for finance queries from staff and suppliersAssisting with general administrative duties as required within the schoolThis is a varied and hands-on role offering exposure to a broad range of finance processes within a structured and supportive environment.What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will bring:Previous experience in a finance assistant, accounts assistant or administrative support roleExperience working with financial data and systems, with strong accuracy and attention to detailGood working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and basic data handlingStrong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectivelyExcellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholdersA professional, reliable and discreet approach to handling confidential informationDesirable (but not essential):Experience within a school or education settingFamiliarity with finance systems such as Access Education Finance or similarUnderstanding of basic financial processes and controlsWhat you'll get in returnA stable and rewarding role within a supportive education environmentExcellent work-life balance with term-time working (41 weeks per year)Opportunity to gain exposure across core finance processesA collaborative team culture with opportunities for developmentThe chance to contribute to a meaningful organisation supporting young people and the wider communityWhat you need to do nowIf you are a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a structured, varied and rewarding role, I would love to hear from you.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.co.ukTPBN1_UKTJ