Trust Finance Assistant

Confidential; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

SANZA Teaching Agency is recruiting a Trust Finance Assistant to join a central finance team in Inner London. The role supports day-to-day financial operations, processes invoices, reconciles ledgers and contributes to month-end close with accuracy and timeliness.

Part-time hours (22–30 per week) during term time offer flexibility. The successful candidate will bring solid numerical skills, attention to detail and experience in financial administration within an education setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates sound numerical ability and financial procedures.
• Experience in administrative support within finance is preferred.
• GCSEs English and Maths at grade 4/C or above are expected.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, staff expenses and payments accurately and on time.
• Manage purchase and sales ledger administration and reconciliations.
• Prepare BACS payments and assist with banking and reconciliations.
• Maintain contracts and asset registers and support month-end processes.
• Assist with audit preparation and compliance with financial regulations.
• Respond to routine finance queries from staff and suppliers.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems and processes.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Attention to detail

Excel/Spreadsheets

Communication skills

Organisation

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (C/4+)

Tools

Civica Financials

Office 365/Excel

Job description

Trust Finance Assistant

SANZA Teaching Agency Inner London

SANZA Teaching Agency is currently recruiting a Trust Finance Assistant to join a central finance team within a well-established education trust in Inner London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional with experience in finance or administrative support to join a busy education environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the trust, ensuring accurate financial records and the efficient processing of transactions.

The Role:

• Salary: 32,112 - 33,993 (NJC Grade B, Inner London)
• Hours: 22-30 hours per week, term time only
• Working pattern: Flexible working arrangements will be considered. Candidates seeking alternative working patterns are encouraged to apply.
• Location: Inner London
• Start date: To be confirmed

Key Responsibilities:

• Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, income and payments accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Manage purchase and sales ledger administration, including purchase orders, invoice processing and supplier statement reconciliations.
• Prepare BACS payment runs and assist with banking transactions and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records, contracts registers and asset registers.
• Support monthly financial reporting, reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Assist with audit preparation and ensure compliance with financial regulations and procedures.
• Respond to routine finance queries from staff, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems and administrative processes.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience in a finance or administrative support role.
• Good understanding of basic financial procedures and controls.
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and spreadsheets.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and processing financial information.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with colleagues and suppliers.
• GCSES in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above), or equivalent.

Desirable:

• AAT Level 2 or 3 qualification, or currently working towards a finance qualification.
• Previous experience within a school, academy trust or public sector environment.
• Knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger and banking processes.
• Experience using Civica Financials or similar finance systems.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your finance experience within the education sector, working as part of a supportive central finance team. The role offers a competitive Inner London salary alongside term-time working and flexibility around working patterns.