Finance Assistant – Aurora Foxes

The Aurora Group; Alcombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist college and training hotel is seeking a Finance Assistant to ensure smooth financial operations. This role involves managing petty cash, supporting purchase ledger activities, and assisting with payroll. Ideal candidates should hold Level 2 in Maths and English, be numerate, and possess strong IT skills. Previous finance experience is desirable but not mandatory. Benefits include competitive pay, training opportunities, and access to various support programs.

Benefits

Discounts on groceries and other essentials

Enhanced Annual Leave

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced Pension

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 in Maths and English.
• Experience as a finance assistant is desirable.
• Familiarity with accounting software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage petty cash and debit card administration.
• Support purchase ledger activities.
• Assist with payroll during colleague absences.

Skills

Highly numerate

Strong IT skills including intermediate Excel

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Education

Level 2 in Maths and English

AAT qualification or Level 2/3 Bookkeeping

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview and Responsibilities

Finance Assistant – Aurora Foxes

Location: Minehead Somerset

Salary: £,. - £,.

Hours: Hours per week

Closing Date: ?

Welcome to Aurora Foxes, a specialist college and training hotel for young people with learning disabilities, situated in the friendly seaside town of Minehead. Foxes is a very special place.

We believe in changing lives and giving our students the skills, knowledge, and confidence to successfully shape their own future. Our aim is to equip our young adults with the life and hospitality skills to become work ready, life ready.

The Role

As our Finance Assistant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth and accurate financial processes for Aurora Foxes and our central finance team. From managing petty cash and debit card administration to supporting purchase ledger activities and income transactions, you’ll help keep everything running seamlessly behind the scenes.

You’ll also work closely with our Business Manager and wider team, providing day-to-day support and guidance where needed. No two days are the same, this is a role where attention to detail and teamwork truly matter.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborating with the Central Finance Operations Team on purchase ledger and purchase order activities.
• Supporting staff to ensure purchase orders are raised correctly and goods / services are receipted appropriately.
• Monitoring and reconciling petty cash, issuing funds, and submitting monthly reports.
• Administering debit and credit cards, ensuring accurate coding and reconciliation.
• Managing income transactions, banking, and recording payments.
• Assisting with payroll during colleague absences.
• Providing occasional reception cover as part of our supportive admin team.

You can view the full job description here :

What We’re Looking For

• Level 2 in Maths and English (essential).
• Highly numerate with strong IT skills, including intermediate Excel.
• AAT qualification or Level 2 / 3 Bookkeeping (desirable).
• Previous finance assistant experience and familiarity with accounting software (desirable).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines and as part of a team.
• Hotel or hospitality experience (a bonus, but not essential).

Benefits and Additional Information

What’s on Offer at Aurora?

We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you :

Grow with Us – Training & Development

Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.

Save Money on Everyday Essentials

With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further :

• Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
• Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme

Competitive Pay & Reward

We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy :

• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced Pension
• Life Assurance

/ 7 GP Access – For You & Your Household

Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.

UK Health Cash Plan

Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!

Employee Assistance Programme

Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including :

• Freephone counselling (available / 7)
• Online tools and resources

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How to apply?

Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Adele in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at