Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
30 Sep, 25
Salary
30000.0
Posted On
25 Aug, 25
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Good communication skills
Industry
Education Management
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Finance and Accounts Assistant
Salary: £29,000 - £31,000 depending on experience (pro rata)
Working Hours: Part time - 3 days
Working Weeks: 52 weeks a year
Contract: Permanent
Statutory Holiday entitlement: 6.6 weeks per year (pro rata)
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/08/2025
Reference ID: Finance and Accounts Assistan
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MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
· To maintain responsibility for the operational finances of the school, ensuring the maintenance of accurate accounts that adhere to best professional standards and comply with all statutory requirements, as well as internal systems and procedures.
· To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Head of Finance, facilitating efficient financial operations and communication within the department.
· To assist in the monitoring of budgets and forecasts, ensuring financial integrity and accountability throughout the school.
· By fulfilling these duties, the Finance Assistant plays a crucial role in the financial health and sustainability of the school.
MAIN (CORE) RESPONSIBILITIES, TASKS AND DUTIES:
Maintain accurate accounts relating to the Nominal, Purchase, and Billing Ledgers through the effective utilisation of Engage accounting software. To additionally, perform comprehensive reconciliation procedures to ensure financial accuracy and alignment with organisational standards.
Ensure that all invoices and staff expenses are accurately entered into the designated budget codes. Additionally, confirm that each invoice has been authorised by the relevant budget holder prior to payment, ensuring compliance with financial protocols and maintaining effective budget management.
It is imperative to ensure that all invoices and staff expenses are processed and paid punctually, utilising either BACS or cash for transactions. Additionally, prior arrangements must be made with Governor approval to facilitate BACS payments. For cash payments, it is crucial to adhere strictly to the established school limits. Timely processing of these financial obligations is essential for maintaining the smooth operation of school activities and upholding financial responsibility.
Maintain comprehensive monthly reconciliations of the bank accounts, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and the accounts are effectively managed and monitored.
To be responsible for reconciling all cash transactions within the school, ensuring accurate weekly reconciliations are maintained for financial integrity and accountability.
Oversight of daily purchase requests and purchase orders submitted by staff to ensure efficient procurement operations within the school.
Assisting the Finance Manager with the termly billing of school fees, including the collection of requisite data for this process.
General:
To carry out the above duties responsibilities while adhering strictly to the School’s Equal Opportunities policy, ensuring fairness and inclusivity for all members of the school community.
To perform such other tasks as may reasonably be required.