School Finance Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a School Finance Assistant for a secondary school in Southwark. The ideal candidate will have school finance experience and strong IT skills, particularly in Excel. Responsibilities include processing financial documents, assisting in budget monitoring, and maintaining accurate financial records. This full-time role offers term-time hours and potential for permanent placement.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive school environment

Easily accessible via public transport

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school finance or administrative role.
• Strong numeracy and IT skills, particularly in Excel.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
• Assist in budget monitoring and provide administrative support.
• Maintain accurate records of income, expenditure, and financial transactions.

Skills

School finance experience

Strong numeracy skills

IT skills, particularly in Excel

High attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Job description

Overview

School Finance Assistant - Secondary School
Location: Southwark, South East London
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:30am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: £18 - £22 per hour (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-time, Term-Time, Temporary (with potential for permanent placement)

About the Role

A busy and supportive Secondary school in Southwark is looking to appoint a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their administrative team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with school-based finance experience.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments in line with school financial procedures
• Assist in budget monitoring and provide administrative support to the School Business Manager
• Maintain accurate records of income, expenditure, and financial transactions
• Liaise with suppliers, staff, and external agencies regarding financial queries
• Support the preparation of financial reports for leadership and governors
• Ensure compliance with all school finance and audit policies

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school finance or administrative role (SIMS/FMS experience desirable)
• Strong numeracy and IT skills, particularly in Excel
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What the School Offers

• Full-time, term-time hours: 8:30am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday
• Supportive school environment with ongoing professional development
• Easily accessible via public transport links in Southwark
• Potential for a permanent role following a successful placement

How to Apply

If you are interested in this School Finance Assistant role, please contact Carly Walters at Remedy Recruitment Group