Location: Canterbury, Kent
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Temporary with potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP
About the School
A school in Canterbury is seeking a numerate and organised Finance Assistant to support its finance and business administration team. The school requires an individual who understands the importance of accurate financial records, careful processing and compliance with internal financial procedures. The successful candidate will help maintain the day-to-day running of the school's finance function while working closely with budget holders, suppliers and administrative colleagues.
About the Role
The Finance Assistant will support routine financial administration and help ensure that transactions are processed accurately. Key responsibilities will include:
- Processing purchase orders, invoices and payment documentation.
- Checking invoices against purchase orders and delivery information.
- Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting document filing.
- Assisting with supplier account queries and outstanding invoice issues.
- Supporting bank, ledger or expenditure reconciliations as required.
- Updating spreadsheets and maintaining budget-monitoring information.
- Liaising with school departments regarding purchasing requests and financial paperwork.
- Ensuring financial information is handled confidentially and in accordance with school procedures.
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in a school finance or school business administration role is essential.
- Familiarity with school finance systems and purchase-order processes.
- Good Excel skills and confidence working with numerical information.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Professional communication skills when dealing with colleagues and suppliers.
- An understanding of financial confidentiality and the importance of accurate record-keeping.
An enhanced DBS check may be required depending on the duties and access involved.
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