Finance Administrator

Tempest Resourcing Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempest Resourcing Limited is seeking a Finance Administrator to support day-to-day financial operations within a school in Lambeth. The role covers processing invoices, PO management, bank reconciliations, and financial record maintenance under the School Business Manager.

Candidates should have finance experience in an educational setting, strong Excel and data-entry skills, and familiarity with systems like FMS, PS Financials, Sage or Access. DBS check or willingness to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

• Previous finance or accounts administration experience.
• Experience working within a school, academy, or educational setting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data-entry skills.
• Knowledge of finance systems such as FMS, PS Financials, Sage, or Access.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
• AAT qualification or equivalent (desirable).
• Experience with SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and supplier payments.
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain financial records.
• Monitor school income and expenditure.
• Assist with budget tracking and financial reporting.
• Manage petty cash and staff expenses.
• Liaise with suppliers, staff, and parents regarding finance queries.
• Ensure compliance with school financial procedures and audit requirements.

Skills

Finance/Accounts administration

School/educational setting experience

Microsoft Excel

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

DBS check or willingness to obtain

Education

AAT qualification (desirable)

Tools

FMS

PS Financials

Sage

Access

Job description

Finance Administrator - School

Location: Lambeth
Contract: Temporary / Permanent
Hours: Full-Time,
Start: ASAP

About the Role

A school is seeking an experienced Finance Administrator to support the day-to-day financial operations of the school. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing invoices, managing purchase orders, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records while supporting the School Business Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and supplier payments.
• Reconcile bank accounts and maintain financial records.
• Monitor school income and expenditure.
• Assist with budget tracking and financial reporting.
• Manage petty cash and staff expenses.
• Liaise with suppliers, staff, and parents regarding finance queries.
• Ensure compliance with school financial procedures and audit requirements.

Requirements

• Previous finance or accounts administration experience.
• Experience working within a school, academy, or educational setting.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data-entry skills.
• Knowledge of finance systems such as FMS, PS Financials, Sage, or Access.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable

• AAT qualification or equivalent.
• Experience with SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom.