School Finance Assistant

A Secondary School in Sale is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to join their finance team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will support the Business Manager in managing the school's financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all financial transactions.

Location: Middleton, M24
Job Type: Full time
Salary: £13.58 - £15/hour DOE
Contract Type: Temporary

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in processing supplier invoices, ensuring they are correctly coded and authorised.
• Support the preparation and execution of regular payment runs.
• Perform reconciliations of bank statements and supplier accounts.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist in monitoring budgets and expenditure, providing reports as required.
• Help prepare financial reports and support the Business Manager during audits.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve financial queries.
• Ensure all financial transactions comply with school policies and relevant regulations.

Key Skills/Experience:

• Experience working within a similar role, preferably within an educational setting
• Proficiency in financial software - preferably SIMS FMS
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive rate, paid weekly
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Access to Hays' free CPD Library, with hundreds of school-relevant and education courses
• £250 retail vouchers for our Refer a Friend scheme
• Free CV consultation with a dedicated Education Consultant to support your career goals

This role is subject to a full Enhanced DBS check.

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