Finance Assistant | Independent School | Blackburn
Location: Blackburn, Lancashire
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Full Year)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Role Overview:
Are you an organised finance professional seeking a stable, rewarding role in the education sector? A prestigious Independent School in Blackburn is looking for a Finance Assistant to join its dedicated team.
Reporting to the Assistant Accountant, you will manage transactional processing, credit control, and financial reporting in a high-achieving, supportive environment. This is a full-year position offering excellent career stability.
Key Responsibilities:
Purchase Ledger: Coding and posting invoices using Xero, Dext, and ApprovalMax.
Payment Processing: Handling phone payments, preparing weekly BACS runs, and reconciling credit card transactions.
Credit Control: Managing student files and chasing overdue accounts or external hire payments.
Staff & Trips Support: Processing staff expenses and administering trip payments via Evolve.
Financial Analysis: Assisting with overhead cost analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and maintaining spend trackers (Marketing, PE, etc.).
Reporting: Supporting the Assistant Accountant with miscellaneous journals and budget analysis.
Candidate Requirements:
Experience: Proven background in transactional processing and ledger management.
Qualifications: AAT qualified (or currently studying towards a finance qualification) is highly desirable.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (Xero preferred) and Microsoft Excel.
Communication: Professional verbal and written skills for liaising with parents, staff, and suppliers.
Attributes: Calm under pressure, diplomatic, and highly discreet with sensitive data.
Safeguarding: A firm commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children is essential.
Benefits of the Role:
Salary: £26,000 per annum.
Stability: Full-time, year-round permanent contract.
Culture: Work within a prestigious educational setting with a professional, helpful team culture.
How to Apply:
To apply for this Finance Assistant vacancy in Blackburn, please contact Rachel on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
This school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates must undergo safer recruitment checks