School Finance/HR Assistant

Remedy Recruitment Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A small SEN school in Southwark is seeking a Finance/HR Assistant to start in September 2025. You will play a key role in managing financial operations, supporting the Finance Officer, and contributing to a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have experience in school finance and proficiency with FMS software.

Qualifications

• Experience in school finance operations required.
• Able to work collaboratively within a finance team.
• Organised and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Manage invoices and process payments.
• Handle supplier and supply queries.
• Support Finance Officer with administrative tasks.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Familiarity with invoice processing

Proficient in FMS software

Adaptability to busy environments

Job description

School Finance/HR Assistant | Southwark, South East London | ASAP start

Are you a detail-oriented individual with experience in school finance and FMS software?

A small SEN schoolis seeking a Finance/HR Assistant to join their team starting September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the school's Finance Officer, supporting day-to-day financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

• Start Date: ASAP
• Key Responsibilities:
  • Managing invoices and processing payments.
  • Handling supplier and supply queries with efficiency.
  • Supporting the Finance Officer with administrative tasks and financial procedures.
• Scope: Hands-on role assisting with operational finance; not strategic.
• Experience in school finance operations.
• Proficient in FMS software (or similar) with minimal need for training.
• Familiarity with invoice processing and supplier management.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a busy environment.
• Preferred:
  • Previous experience in a school setting.
  • Organised, reliable, and able to work collaboratively within a finance team.

This role is part of a team reshuffle, offering a chance to contribute to a supportive and professional environment.

The school is looking to interview ASAP to secure the right person for September.

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Finance/HR Assistant | Southwark