Finance Assistant

PURPOSE OF ROLE

To provide efficient and accurate financial and administrative support within Rendeavour Education, ensuring that financial transactions are processed correctly, records are maintained, and the finance office runs smoothly.

A specific focus will be providing financial and administrative support of the pre-opening of Wellington College International Lagos.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Administration

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments in line with school procedures.
• Record income, expenditure, and petty cash transactions accurately.
• Assist in reconciling bank statements and financial records.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date finance databases and filing systems.

Budget & Monitoring Support

• Support the Director of Education in monitoring budgets and preparing reports.
• Track expenditure against budget codes and flag variances.
• Assist with financial year-end processes and audits.

Payroll & Staff Support

• Prepare and input payroll information under supervision of the Director of Education.
• Assist with staff expenses, overtime claims, and pension contributions.
• Maintain accurate staff finance records.

Income & Revenue

• Record and reconcile school income (school meals, trips, lettings, donations, fees).
• Issue receipts and maintain audit trails for income received.
• Support fundraising and grant administration as needed.

Systems & Process Management

• Maintain and improve financial systems, software, and procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
• Support the development of digital tools for efficient financial management.

Compliance & Safeguarding

• Ensure financial procedures comply with governance handbook and statutory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.

·        Support safeguarding principles in line with education policy

Person specification

Essential

• A minimum of 3-5 years experience in finance, accounts, or administration.
• Strong numeracy and IT skills (Excel, financial software).
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and team-working skills.

Desirable

• Experience in an educational or public-sector finance role.
• Knowledge of school finance systems (e.g., SIMS, FMS, Arbor, PS Financials).
• Basic bookkeeping or AAT qualification.

Key Component

•            Accuracy and attention to detail.

•            Confidentiality and integrity.

•            Ability to follow procedures and maintain audit compliance.

•            Strong problem-solving and administrative skills.