Position: Finance Assistant
Location: Chelmsford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Finance Assistant Role in an Outstanding Secondary School

An Outstanding Secondary School in Chelmsford is seeking to appoint a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join its experienced support staff team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a thriving school where financial efficiency and excellent administrative support play a key role in delivering an outstanding education.

The school has an exceptional reputation for academic achievement, student wellbeing, and staff development. Employees benefit from a collaborative working environment, supportive leadership, and excellent opportunities for professional growth within a successful school community.

About the Role

The successful candidate will support the school's finance department by assisting with a wide range of financial administration duties, ensuring that financial processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with school policies and financial regulations.

Working closely with the Finance Officer and School Business Manager, you will process invoices and purchase orders, reconcile accounts, maintain financial records, assist with budget administration, and support month-end and year-end finance procedures. You will also liaise with suppliers and colleagues across the school to ensure the smooth running of financial operations.

This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, excellent numerical ability, and a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, and supplier payments

• Maintain accurate financial records and databases

• Reconcile financial transactions and assist with account monitoring

• Support budget tracking and financial reporting

• Assist with month-end and year-end finance processes

• Liaise with suppliers and resolve invoice queries

• Support audit preparation and financial compliance

• Ensure all financial information is handled confidentially and accurately

The School Environment

This Outstanding Secondary School in Chelmsford offers an ambitious and supportive environment where students and staff are encouraged to achieve excellence. The school places significant value on teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement, recognising the important contribution made by its support staff.

The finance team works collaboratively with leaders across the school to ensure resources are managed effectively, enabling the school to continue providing an exceptional educational experience for every student.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a finance, accounts, or administrative role

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational environment

• Knowledge of finance systems such as FMS, PS Financials, Access, or similar software

• AAT qualification or willingness to work towards one

• Experience supporting audits, budgeting, or financial reporting

How to Apply

To be considered for this Finance Assistant position at an Outstanding Secondary School in Chelmsford, please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.