Finance Assistant

Michael Page (UK); Reading; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education organisation in Reading is seeking a Finance Assistant to handle fee billing, credit control, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in finance and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £27,992 and opportunities for professional development in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent role with professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance-related role, ideally within Accounting & Finance.
• Strong understanding of ledger management and financial processes.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fee bills and processing charges to student accounts.
• Credit control and chasing payment as necessary.
• Daily management and recording of all bank transactions.
• Monthly closing and reporting of fees ledger.
• Petty Cash management and banking functions.
• Dealing with queries from parents, staff, and students.
• Assisting the Finance Director with analyses and reports.

Skills

Previous experience in a finance-related role

Strong understanding of ledger management

Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive problem-solving approach

Job description

About Our Client

The employer is a well-established, medium-sized organisation within the Education sector. They are dedicated to supporting their community through education and excellence, providing a structured environment for professional growth.

Job Description

The Finance Assistant duties will include:

• Preparing fee bills, processing of all charges and discounts to student accounts
• Credit control, chasing payment as necessary
• Daily management and recording of all bank account transactions
• Monthly closing and reporting of fees ledger and bank and associated income and expenditure accounts
• Petty Cash management and recording
• Banking functions
• Dealing with and responding to queries from parents, staff, and students
• Various purchasing cycle related duties
• Assisting the Finance Director with monthly and year end analyses and reports, including those for audit purposes
• Work as part of the Finance Team to provide efficient support and assistance as required and deal with ad hoc tasks as requested by the Finance Director or the Head of Finance and Resources

The Successful Applicant

The successful Finance Assistant should have the following skills/qualities:

• Previous experience in a finance-related role, ideally within Accounting & Finance.
• A strong understanding of ledger management and financial processes.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Experience in the education sector is desirable but not essential.

What\'s on Offer

The successful Finance Assistant will receive:

• A competitive salary of up to £27,992 depending on experience
• Permanent role with opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive work environment within the Not For Profit sector.
• Located in Reading, offering a convenient and accessible workplace.
• Potential for involvement in meaningful and impactful financial work.

If you are passionate about contributing to the Accounting & Finance function within an education organisation, we encourage you to apply for this Finance Assistant role in Reading today.