Position: Finance Assistant
Location: Chelmsford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Finance Assistant Role in an Outstanding Secondary School
An Outstanding Secondary School in Chelmsford is seeking to appoint a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join its experienced support staff team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a thriving school where financial efficiency and excellent administrative support play a key role in delivering an outstanding education.
The school has an exceptional reputation for academic achievement, student wellbeing, and staff development. Employees benefit from a collaborative working environment, supportive leadership, and excellent opportunities for professional growth within a successful school community.
About the Role
The successful candidate will support the school's finance department by assisting with a wide range of financial administration duties, ensuring that financial processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with school policies and financial regulations.
Working closely with the Finance Officer and School Business Manager, you will process invoices and purchase orders, reconcile accounts, maintain financial records, assist with budget administration, and support month-end and year-end finance procedures. You will also liaise with suppliers and colleagues across the school to ensure the smooth running of financial operations.
This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, excellent numerical ability, and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities
Process purchase orders, invoices, and supplier payments
Maintain accurate financial records and databases
Reconcile financial transactions and assist with account monitoring
Support budget tracking and financial reporting
Assist with month-end and year-end finance processes
Liaise with suppliers and resolve invoice queries
Support audit preparation and financial compliance
Ensure all financial information is handled confidentially and accurately
The School Environment
This Outstanding Secondary School in Chelmsford offers an ambitious and supportive environment where students and staff are encouraged to achieve excellence. The school places significant value on teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement, recognising the important contribution made by its support staff.
The finance team works collaboratively with leaders across the school to ensure resources are managed effectively, enabling the school to continue providing an exceptional educational experience for every student.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
Previous experience in a finance, accounts, or administrative role
Excellent numerical and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Desirable
Experience working within a school or educational environment
Knowledge of finance systems such as FMS, PS Financials, Access, or similar software
AAT qualification or willingness to work towards one
Experience supporting audits, budgeting, or financial reporting
How to Apply
To be considered for this Finance Assistant position at an Outstanding Secondary School in Chelmsford, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.
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