Finance Assistant – Multi-Site Schools Trust (Term Time)

WMJobs; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Amethyst Academies Trust is seeking a Finance Assistant to join the central finance team, supporting across our Trust’s special schools. The role focuses on accurate financial processing, budget monitoring and procurement to strengthen controls and data integrity.

You will work across Penn Hall, Tettenhall Wood and Moreton School, with one day per week at Moreton School, ensuring consistency and continuous improvement in processes.

Qualifications

• Commitment to developing your knowledge, including working towards or obtaining an AAT qualification.
• Experience in a busy finance or administrative environment.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
• High levels of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, expenses and credit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain auditable financial records in line with Trust regulations and audit requirements.
• Support month-end processes and data accuracy across systems.
• Assist with budget monitoring and supplier management across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, safeguarding and health and safety requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

IT literacy

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

ApprovalMax

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Amethyst Academies Trust is seeking a Finance Assistant to join the central finance team, supporting across our Trust’s special schools. The role focuses on accurate financial processing, budget monitoring and procurement to strengthen controls and data integrity.

You will work across Penn Hall, Tettenhall Wood and Moreton School, with one day per week at Moreton School, ensuring consistency and continuous improvement in processes.