Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire

Salary: C1 £25,186 per annum FTE

Job Type: Full Time, 37 hours a week, 52 weeks a year, Fixed-term 1-year contract with possible extension

Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm (30-minute daily unpaid lunch break)

The Governors are seeking to appoint a Finance Assistant to join our hardworking, committed and enthusiastic team. The position is a pivotal part of the administration of the finances and other resources provided to support the Finance Team. The role will require the successful candidate to liaise with the Teachers and Heads of Department as well as other members of the support staff.

The Trustees are looking for someone who will be highly organised and possess good Interpersonal skills.

If you are a Catholic, you will understand the distinctiveness of Catholic schools such as Oaklands and this will be attractive to you. You do not have to be a Catholic to work at Oaklands; the Governors welcome applications from candidates of differing faith backgrounds or none who can be supportive of the school ethos.

Principal Responsibilities:

Administration/Finance

Data input of orders, invoices, staff expenses and direct debits, as directed, within timescales specified in the School's Manual of Financial Practice and Procedures
Supplier details - create new suppliers and amend details of existing ones
Assist with reviewing statements on a monthly basis
Ensure all supplier invoices are properly authorised and purchase orders are attached
Compile and check invoices for BACS processing
Raise sales invoices for school lettings and chase for any overdue payments
Liaise with leasers, suppliers and parents over any queries or concerns
Process weekly banking and input of cash and online income
Compiling and input of spend on the school credit cards when the statements are received
Assist on Finance desk, processing sales from school shop, recording onto Tucasi and ensuring stock is ordered as appropriate
Reports - assist with the production of school trip reports as requested
Assist with year-end stock check
Any other duties commensurate with the position as directed by the Deputy Finance Manager, Finance Manager or School Business ManagerCustomer Service

Act as first point of contact for enquiries relating to finance, responding within standard procedures or referring the enquiry to an appropriate destination
Promote the image of the school in all contacts with the outside worldOther Key Aspects of the role involve:

Staff Management and teamwork
Systems
School Policies and RegulationsAbout you:

Essential:

GCSE or equivalent in English and Mathematics
Sound administrator with attention to detail
Working with a range of financial software programmes, MIS and Microsoft applications
Articulate, literate and numerate
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Organisational ability and able to manage time to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Appreciation of the issues working around young people and prepared to train to gain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, and the protection of children and young people.
Ability to support the school ethos
Confidentiality and discretion
Use of initiative
Sense of humour
Confidence and assertiveness
Tidy and organised approach with attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Ability to forge and maintain good relationships with staff and students
Takes pride in work and has high expectations of self and others
Willingness to participate fully in the life of the school
Willingness to work overtime if requiredThe following would be desirable:

A level education or beyond
Previous experience of working in a finance department of an academy school
Level 2 Accounting Qualification
Previous experience of working in a similar role
Previous experience of working with school SIMS system, PS Financials and Tucasi
Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word Publisher and Excel
Experience of working with a range of financial software programmes, MIS and Microsoft applications
Willingness to train as Fire Warden/First AiderAdditional Information:

Please note all staff will be required to complete and obtain a clear Enhanced DBS. All applicants must evidence Right to Work.

Closing date: Sunday 2nd August 2026 5pm

We reserve the right to extend this closing date should we need further applicants for shortlisting.

Interviews: On 5th August 2026

Please note that once you have applied for the role you will be sent an email with an application form to fill in. This form will need to be fully completed and returned for your application to be considered.

Please click the APPLY to submit your application for this role and you will be sent an email with application forms to complete.

Candidates with experience of; Accounts Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Clerk, Accounts Clerk, Finance Officer Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Assistant, Billing Assistant, Payroll Assistant, Finance Support Officer, may also be considered for this role
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed