Temporary School Finance Assistant

Confidential; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential school in Tonbridge area seeks a School Finance Assistant on a temporary basis (minimum 4 months) to support the finance team. You will manage invoicing, payments, journals and bank reconciliations, with opportunities to work on budgeting, reporting and month-end close.

Experience with PS Financials and a willingess to learn within the education sector are essential; part or full AAT qualification is preferred. Immediate availability is required.

Qualifications

• Experience using PS Financials.
• Part or fully AAT qualified.
• Education sector experience.
• Immediate availability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day invoicing cycle for the school.
• Process invoices and payments.
• Handle journals and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Assist with budget management and reporting.
• Support month-end closing and ad hoc financial reporting.

Education

AAT

Tools

PS Financials

Job description

My client, a long-established school based in the Tonbridge area, are looking to recruit a School Finance Assistant to join the finance team on a temporary basis for at least 4 months.

Working under the close tutelage of the Finance Manager, this role will oversee the day-to-day invoicing cycle for the school, including all relevant financial administration around invoice and payment processing, journals and monthly bank account reconciliations. Additionally, the role will give the opportunity to work on budget management and reporting, month end closing and ad hoc financial reporting.

It is imperative that you have experience in using PS Financials. Applications are sought from individuals' part or fully AAT qualified, with school's experience. The desire to learn and develop under the current finance team is important as there is long term development potential on offer with this role.

My client is looking to fill this role as a matter of urgency so you must be available immediately. Education sector experience and a working knowledge of PS Financials are essential for this role.

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.