Finance Assistant

Stockport Council; Bramhall; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts at national supermarkets

Cycle to work scheme

Health related benefits

Job summary

Bramhall High School in Bramhall, Stockport, is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join the busy administration team. You will support day-to-day financial operations, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

The post requires GCSE Maths and English, experience in finance or admin (preferably in education), and strong MS Office skills with high attention to detail and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (A*-C/4-9) or equivalent.
• Experience in administrative or finance roles, ideally in education.
• Strong ICT skills with MS Office and ability to handle confidential data.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, raise purchase orders and resolve payment queries.
• Oversee online school payment systems for trips, lunches and activities.
• Maintain accurate digital financial records and update school management systems (e.g., SIMS, Excel).
• Assist with month-end procedures, bank reconciliations and petty cash.
• Deal with routine finance queries from staff, parents and auditors professionally.
• Provide administrative support to the main office as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Financial administration

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Tools

SIMS

Excel

Job description

BRAMHALL HIGH SCHOOL
Seal Road
Bramhall
Stockport
SK7 2JT
Headteacher: Mr P Williams BSc (Hons), MAEd
[e-mail]

Job Title: Finance Assistant
Salary: NJC Scale 3 points 5-6 pro rata-actual salary paid: £22,908-£23,272
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern:8.00am-4.00pm Mon-Thu 8.00am-3.30pm Fridays term time plus 3 inset days
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date:11.59pm Sunday 4 October 2026
Interview Date: w/c 5 October 2026
Start Date: TBC

We are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic finance assistant to join our busy administration team. You would be working closely with the Finance Manager and play an essential role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the school. You will ensure smooth processes, accuracy, and strict compliance with financial regulations are followed.

Key responsibilities

• To process supplier invoices, raise purchase orders, and resolve payment queries.
• To oversee online school payment systems for trips, lunches, and school activities.
• To maintain accurate digital financial records and update school management systems (e.g., SIMS, Excel.
• To assist with month-end procedures, bank reconciliations, and monitoring petty cash.
• To deal with routine finance queries from staff, parents, and external auditors in a professional manner.
• To provide administrative support to the main office as and when required.

Who we are looking for

• Qualifications: Good literacy and numeracy skills, including GCSE Maths and English (Grades 4-9 / A*-C) or equivalent.
• Experience: Prior experience in an administrative or finance role, ideally within an educational setting (though training on school systems will be provided).
• IT Competence: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Someone with a high level of attention to detail, strong organisational abilities, and a commitment to handling sensitive data with total confidentiality

We offer

• A strong emphasis on staff well-being and free access to external support agencies if needed.
• Specific benefits including discounts at national supermarkets and high street retailers as well as a cycle to work scheme and other health related benefits.

Safeguarding requirements

Our school is strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to hold the Right to Work in the UK and undergo an Enhanced Child Barred List DBS check prior to appointment.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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