Finance Assistant – Mitcham
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7 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organised detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to join a well-established primary school in Mitcham starting ASAP. This is a key role supporting the smooth financial operations of the school including accounting reporting and administrative finance tasks.
The school values accuracy professionalism and collaboration. As a Finance Assistant you will work closely with the school business manager and leadership team to ensure financial processes run efficiently allowing the school to focus on delivering high-quality education.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with day-to-day financial operations including processing invoices purchase orders and payments
Maintain accurate financial records and spreadsheets
Support payroll processing and record-keeping
Assist with budget monitoring and reporting
Handle cash management and banking tasks
Liaise with suppliers staff and parents regarding financial matters
Support audits financial reconciliations and statutory reporting
Ensure compliance with school finance policies and safeguarding procedures
Provide administrative support to the finance team and leadership as required
Contribute to the smooth running of financial processes within the school
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will:
Have previous experience in a finance or accounts role ideally in an educational setting
Be highly organised accurate and detail-oriented
Have excellent IT skills particularly with spreadsheets and financial software
Be proactive reliable and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
Be committed to safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality
The school is located in Mitcham with excellent transport links and a supportive local community. Staff benefit from a collaborative working environment opportunities for professional development and strong leadership support. This role is ideal for someone looking to contribute to the smooth financial management of a busy school while working as part of a friendly professional team.
How to Apply
Please submit an up-to-date CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role.
Start Date: ASAP
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Key Skills
- Data Entry
- Financial Services
- Debits & Credits
- Math
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Office Experience
- Securities Law
- Microsoft Excel
- Administrative Experience
- negotiation
- Bookkeeping
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