Finance Assistant

London Borough of Hounslow; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly environment

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Professional development

Community involvement

Job summary

London Borough of Hounslow is seeking a Finance/Admin Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations and administrative tasks at Crane Park Day Nursery in Hanworth. The role requires accuracy, reliability and comfort with numbers, including invoices, payments and payroll support.

Excellent organisational skills and strict confidentiality are essential. Prior nursery or childcare experience is advantageous, with a friendly team environment and opportunities to develop financially focused

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, accounts or administration.
• Proficient with Excel and MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confidential handling of information.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with day-to-day financial administration and record keeping.
• Processing invoices, payments and receipts.
• Monitoring nursery fee payments and following up outstanding balances.
• Processing Early Years funding applications to the Local Authority.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and spreadsheets.
• Assisting with payroll and staff-related financial administration.
• Supporting purchase orders and supplier accounts.
• Preparing basic financial reports and information for management and accountants.
• Liaising with parents, suppliers and colleagues regarding financial queries.
• Providing general administrative support to the nursery team.
• Maintaining confidentiality and complying with nursery policies and procedures.

Skills

Organised

Confident with numbers

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

FINANCE ASSISTANT

Location: Crane Park Day Nursery, Norman Avenue, Hanworth, TW13 5LN

Salary: £34,488 per annum (pro rata)

Closing Date: 23/09/2026

• Salary: £34,488 per annum (pro rata)
• Hours: starting 28-30 hours per week with a view to increase to 36 hours within a year
• Contract: Permanent

We are looking for a Finance/Admin Assistant to join our friendly nursery team and provide efficient administrative and financial support.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, reliable and confident working with numbers, with a keen eye for detail and a professional approach to handling confidential information.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with day-to-day financial administration and record keeping
• Processing invoices, payments and receipts
• Monitoring nursery fee payments and following up outstanding balances
• Processing Early Years funding applications to the Local Authority
• Maintaining accurate financial records and spreadsheets
• Assisting with payroll and staff-related financial administration
• Supporting purchase orders and supplier accounts
• Preparing basic financial reports and information for management and accountants
• Liaising professionally with parents, suppliers and colleagues regarding financial queries
• Providing general administrative support to the nursery team
• Maintaining confidentiality and complying with relevant nursery policies and procedures

About You

• Has previous experience in finance, accounts or administration
• Is confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Has excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Is comfortable working with figures and maintaining accurate records
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Can work independently while also being a supportive team member
• Is reliable, approachable and able to manage competing priorities
• Understands the importance of confidentiality when working with financial and personal information

Previous experience within a nursery, school or childcare setting would be an advantage, but is not essential.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Opportunities for professional development
• The opportunity to become an important part of our nursery community

We would love to hear from you.

Crane Park Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and appropriate pre-employment reference checks will be required for the successful candidate.