Finance Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking school in Wandsworth is seeking a Finance Assistant to support daily financial operations starting in September 2025. The role involves managing invoices and supporting the Finance Officer in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, ideal for detail-oriented individuals with experience in school finance.

Qualifications

• Experience managing invoices and processing payments.
• Proficient in FMS software or similar with minimal training.
• Organized, reliable, and able to work within a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Managing invoices and processing payments.
• Supporting the Finance Officer with administrative tasks.
• Handling supplier queries efficiently.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Experience in school finance operations

Tools

FMS software

Job description

Posted 11 June 2025 | Salary £16 - £18 per hour | Location Wandsworth | Job type Temporary | Discipline Special Education Needs | Reference FinanceassistantSWLo_1749640486

School Finance Assistant | Wandsworth, South West London | September start

Are you a detail-oriented individual with experience in school finance and FMS software?

An inclusive and forward-thinking school in Wandsworth is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team starting September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the school's Finance Officer, supporting day-to-day financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

• Start Date: January 2025, with handover before Christmas.
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Managing invoices and processing payments.
  • Handling supplier and supply queries efficiently.
  • Supporting the Finance Officer with administrative tasks and financial procedures.
• Scope: Hands-on role assisting with operational finance; not strategic.
• Experience in school finance operations.
• Proficient in FMS software (or similar) with minimal need for training.
• Familiarity with invoice processing and supplier management.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a busy environment.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a school setting.
• Organised, reliable, and able to work collaboratively within a finance team.

This role is part of a team reshuffle, offering a chance to contribute to a supportive and professional environment.

The school is looking to interview ASAP to secure the right person for September.

Remedy specialises in connecting exceptional graduates with meaningful roles in schools. Apply now to arrange an interview within 3 working days.