Finance Assistant (Part-Time, 20h) – Education Trust

Rayleigh Schools Trust; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Rayleigh Schools Trust is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant to join the finance team to support accounts payable, sales ledger, and banking activities with accurate processing and timely reporting.

The role also covers Early Years funding, month-end procedures, and general financial administration, emphasizing accuracy, stakeholder communication, and adherence to financial controls.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• AAT Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (Desirable).
• Minimum 2 years of finance-related experience.
• Experience of purchase ledger, sales ledger, or bank reconciliations.
• Experience maintaining accurate records.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience dealing with a range of stakeholders in a professional environment.
• Experience in education setting or Academy Trust (Desirable).
• Experience using finance systems such as PS Financials, ScoPay (Desirable).

Responsibilities

• Assist in purchasing of goods and services for the Trust.
• Process purchase invoices and match to purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Resolve invoice queries with suppliers and budget holders.
• Prepare supplier payment runs and maintain supplier accounts.
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Raise sales invoices and allocate income.
• Monitor outstanding debts and assist with debt recovery.
• Maintain accurate debtor records.
• Operate ScoPay and process bank transactions.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and record cash receipts.
• Support month-end accounting processes and reporting.
• Provide admin support to the wider finance team.
• Respond to enquiries from schools, suppliers and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Attention to detail

Organisation and time management

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above

AAT Level 2 or Level 3 (Desirable)

Tools

PS Financials

ScoPay

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Rayleigh Schools Trust is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant to join the finance team to support accounts payable, sales ledger, and banking activities with accurate processing and timely reporting.

The role also covers Early Years funding, month-end procedures, and general financial administration, emphasizing accuracy, stakeholder communication, and adherence to financial controls.