Finance Assistant

Futura Learning Partnership; Bristol; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational organization is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team in Bristol. The role involves processing invoices, reconciling statements, and supporting internal customers while upholding the organization's values. Candidates should have relevant GCSE qualifications and finance experience. The position offers a supportive environment, emphasizing professional growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible working

Mental health support

Generous pension schemes

Health cashback plans

Retail discounts

Climate and Nature initiatives

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Must hold 5 GCSEs including Maths and English.
• Experience in a finance environment preferred, especially in education.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills required.
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems is essential.
• Commitment to confidentiality and GDPR compliance is necessary.
• Embodies Futura values: Respect, Opportunity, Collaboration, and Aspiration.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and purchase orders per Trust procedures.
• Create and verify new supplier accounts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries.
• Raise sales invoices and support debt collection.
• Support internal customers and maintain financial controls.
• Contribute to compliance with finance policies.
• Cover for finance colleagues and attend meetings as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficient in Excel

Experience in finance environment

Education

5 GCSEs (grade C or above) including Maths and English

Tools

PSF financial system

Job description

Finance Assistant – Futura

As a Finance Assistant for Futura, you will play a key role in contributing to the delivery of Futura's mission statement of "Building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish." We are looking for an individual who is passionate about living our values and making a positive impact across our Trust.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices and purchase orders in line with Trust procedures
• Creating and verifying new supplier accounts
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Raising sales invoices and supporting debt collection
• Supporting internal customers and maintaining financial controls
• Contributing to continuous improvement and compliance with finance policies
• Providing cover for finance colleagues and attending meetings as required

Qualifications

• Holds 5 GCSEs (grade C or above) including Maths and English (AAT part-qualified or equivalent desirable)
• Has practical experience in a finance environment (education sector experience desirable)
• Demonstrates strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills
• Is proficient in Excel and financial systems (e.g., PSF)
• Shows commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding, and GDPR compliance
• Embodies Futura values: Respect, Opportunity, Collaboration, and Aspiration

Compensation and Contract

Grade 5 SCP 11 FTE £28,142
Fixed term contract
Futura Learning Partnership

Join Us!

Are you a passionate professional ready to build your future?
Do you want to work in a supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued?

Join us!

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee - whether in teaching, support, or leadership - can flourish. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent by creating a culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and inclusion.

Benefits

• Wellbeing Support: Flexible working, mental health support, and wellbeing events
• Staff Benefits: Generous pension schemes, health cashback plans, and retail discounts
• Sustainability Commitment: Climate and Nature initiatives across all schools
• Inclusive Culture: Collaboration and diversity are celebrated across our Trust