Finance Assistant (part time)

Confidential; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a school finance team in Westminster. This part-time role (2 days per week) offers exposure to invoices, purchase orders and daily financial tasks within a busy school environment, with a November 2026 start.

You will support transactions, maintain records, assist with budgeting and reporting, and respond to finance queries from staff and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts role; school or educational setting is advantageous.
• Strong numerical, organisational and administrative skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard office applications.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, purchase orders and payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial records.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with budget monitoring, expenditure tracking and financial reporting.
• Support the processing of staff expenses and supplier payments.
• Respond to finance-related queries from staff, parents and suppliers professionally.
• Assist with month-end procedures, audits and financial compliance.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required.

Skills

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Assistant

Location: Westminster, London
Salary: 16 - 18 p/hour, dependent on experience
Hours: Part-time (2 days)
Start Date: November 2026

Join Our School as a Finance Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a school finance team in Westminster. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong numerical and administrative skills who would like to contribute to the smooth running of a busy school environment.

The successful candidate will support the school's finance function, ensuring that financial transactions are processed accurately, records are maintained efficiently, and financial procedures are followed in line with school policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process invoices, purchase orders and payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Reconcile bank statements and financial records.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Assist with budget monitoring, expenditure tracking and financial reporting.
• Support the processing of staff expenses and supplier payments.
• Respond to finance-related queries from staff, parents and suppliers professionally.
• Assist with month-end procedures, audits and financial compliance.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team as required.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent numerical, organisational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail.
• Is confident using Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Has good written and verbal communication skills.
• Can prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and work independently as well as part of a team.
• Handles confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Has previous experience in a finance or accounts role; experience in a school or educational setting would be an advantage.

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