School Finance Assistant

Remedy Education; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education organization in Greenwich is seeking a highly organized School Finance Assistant to support its administrative team. The role involves processing purchase orders and payments, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with financial policies. Candidates should have school finance experience, strong numeracy and IT skills, particularly in Excel, and an attention to detail. This is a full-time, term-time temporary position with potential for a permanent role.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive school environment

Accessible via public transport

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school finance or administrative role is essential.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data is required.
• Willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments according to financial procedures.
• Assist in budget monitoring and provide support to the School Business Manager.
• Maintain records of income, expenditure, and financial transactions.

Skills

School finance experience

Strong numeracy and IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Tools

Excel

SIMS/FMS

Job description

School Finance Assistant - Primary School

Location: Greenwich, South East London

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 8:30am - 4.30pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: 18 - 20 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 Greenwich 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.

Key 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

Requirements

• 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 Greenwich
• 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.