Recruitment for education and the public sector
FE & HE £25 per hour Contract / Temp mid Level 6 October 2026
You’ll join the finance team of a further education provider in the North West, stepping in to keep day-to-day accounting running smoothly during a period of cover.
This is a hands-on role for someone who can pick things up quickly, work accurately to deadlines and support colleagues across the organisation with finance queries.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining accurate financial records and processing transactions across purchase and sales ledgers.
- Preparing and posting journals and supporting month-end routines.
- Carrying out reconciliations and resolving queries promptly.
- Responding to finance queries from budget holders, suppliers and colleagues.
- Supporting wider finance reporting as required.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in an accounts or finance officer role
- Confident using finance systems and spreadsheets
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to work to deadlines and manage a varied workload
Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience within further education or the wider public sector
- An AAT qualification, or part-qualification towards a recognised accounting body
Skills & Qualifications
Purchase ledger Sales ledger Journal preparation Month-end routines Reconciliations Finance systems Spreadsheets Financial reporting
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