School Finance Assistant
Posted on Jun 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Westbourne, Greater London, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£16.5 - £18 Hourly
Contract/Project
School Finance Assistant
Location: Westminster, London
Start Date: Immediate / September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Plus Additional Weeks (flexibility considered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
A welcoming and well-established secondary school in Westminster is seeking an experienced and organised School Finance Assistant to join its busy finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with previous school-based experience and strong knowledge of Arbor (Advantage not essential) to play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments
* Managing supplier accounts and resolving queries
* Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
* Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
* Assisting with income collection and banking procedures
* Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
* Maintaining financial records in line with school policies and procedures
* Providing administrative support to the School Business Manager and finance team
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience working within a school finance environment
* Strong working knowledge of Arbor preferred but any School system experience will be considered
* Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
* Good understanding of financial processes and procedures
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Desirable
* Experience within a secondary school setting
* Knowledge of education funding and budgeting processes
* AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience
The Successful Candidate Will Be
* Reliable, professional and proactive
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Committed to maintaining confidentiality
* Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced school environment
If you have school finance experience and looking for a new opportunity for the new academic year we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV today
An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required prior to appointment
Location: Westminster, London
Start Date: Immediate / September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Plus Additional Weeks (flexibility considered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
A welcoming and well-established secondary school in Westminster is seeking an experienced and organised School Finance Assistant to join its busy finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with previous school-based experience and strong knowledge of Arbor (Advantage not essential) to play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments
* Managing supplier accounts and resolving queries
* Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
* Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
* Assisting with income collection and banking procedures
* Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
* Maintaining financial records in line with school policies and procedures
* Providing administrative support to the School Business Manager and finance team
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience working within a school finance environment
* Strong working knowledge of Arbor preferred but any School system experience will be considered
* Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
* Good understanding of financial processes and procedures
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Desirable
* Experience within a secondary school setting
* Knowledge of education funding and budgeting processes
* AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience
The Successful Candidate Will Be
* Reliable, professional and proactive
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Committed to maintaining confidentiality
* Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced school environment
If you have school finance experience and looking for a new opportunity for the new academic year we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV today
An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required prior to appointment
Reference: 225251599
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School Finance Assistant
Posted on Jun 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Westbourne, Greater London, United Kingdom
Education
Immediate Start
£16.5 - £18 Hourly
Contract/Project
School Finance Assistant
Location: Westminster, London
Start Date: Immediate / September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Plus Additional Weeks (flexibility considered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
A welcoming and well-established secondary school in Westminster is seeking an experienced and organised School Finance Assistant to join its busy finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with previous school-based experience and strong knowledge of Arbor (Advantage not essential) to play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments
* Managing supplier accounts and resolving queries
* Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
* Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
* Assisting with income collection and banking procedures
* Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
* Maintaining financial records in line with school policies and procedures
* Providing administrative support to the School Business Manager and finance team
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience working within a school finance environment
* Strong working knowledge of Arbor preferred but any School system experience will be considered
* Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
* Good understanding of financial processes and procedures
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Desirable
* Experience within a secondary school setting
* Knowledge of education funding and budgeting processes
* AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience
The Successful Candidate Will Be
* Reliable, professional and proactive
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Committed to maintaining confidentiality
* Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced school environment
If you have school finance experience and looking for a new opportunity for the new academic year we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV today
An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required prior to appointment
Location: Westminster, London
Start Date: Immediate / September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Plus Additional Weeks (flexibility considered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
A welcoming and well-established secondary school in Westminster is seeking an experienced and organised School Finance Assistant to join its busy finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with previous school-based experience and strong knowledge of Arbor (Advantage not essential) to play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments
* Managing supplier accounts and resolving queries
* Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
* Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
* Assisting with income collection and banking procedures
* Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
* Maintaining financial records in line with school policies and procedures
* Providing administrative support to the School Business Manager and finance team
Essential Requirements
* Previous experience working within a school finance environment
* Strong working knowledge of Arbor preferred but any School system experience will be considered
* Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
* Good understanding of financial processes and procedures
* Strong organisational and communication skills
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Desirable
* Experience within a secondary school setting
* Knowledge of education funding and budgeting processes
* AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience
The Successful Candidate Will Be
* Reliable, professional and proactive
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Committed to maintaining confidentiality
* Adaptable and capable of working in a fast-paced school environment
If you have school finance experience and looking for a new opportunity for the new academic year we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV today
An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required prior to appointment
Reference: 225251599
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