Finance Officer

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education sector is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This role offers the chance to manage day-to-day financial operations in an inclusive environment while supporting professional development. Candidates should demonstrate strong finance experience and be adept with financial systems, particularly Microsoft Excel and Sage 200.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Welcoming team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Chance to make an impact in education

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance or accounts assistant role, ideally in education.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with Sage 200 is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accurate processing of supplier invoices.
• Processing payments and reconciling accounts.
• Assisting with financial reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage 200

Job description

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? Job Title: Finance Assistant - Education Sector
? Location: Just outside Middlesbrough
? Hours: 35 hours per week | Flexible start and finish times
? Contract Type: Temporary - ongoing
? Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 full-time equivalent

Hays are currently recruiting for a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join the finance team of a well-regarded educational institution located just outside of Middlesbrough. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful sector while developing your finance career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation. Your duties will include:

• Invoice Processing: Accurate and timely entry of supplier invoices
• Payments & Reconciliations: Processing payments and reconciling accounts, including bank and petty cash
• Budgetary Control: Supporting budget holders with financial queries and monitoring expenditure
• Financial Reporting: Assisting with the preparation of monthly and year-end financial reports
• System Maintenance: Ensuring financial systems are up-to-date and accurate

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a finance or accounts assistant role, ideally within the education sector
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Sage 200 is highly desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach

What We Offer:

• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• A welcoming and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a real impact in the education sector

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