School Finance Assistant
  • England,East Midlands,Leicestershire
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • Salary negotiable
Job Description:
*School in Leicester
*Full-time
*Immediate start
*Temporary
*School-based experience is Essential

Are you an experienced School Finance Assistant looking for your next rewarding opportunity? I am supporting a busy and welcoming school in Leicester who are seeking a confident, organised Finance Assistant to join their team.

YOUR ROLE WILL INCLUDE:
*Processing invoices, raising purchase orders, managing payments, and maintaining accurate financial records.
*Reconciling ParentPay, school meals, trips, and other income streams, ensuring all transactions are logged correctly.
*Updating records on school finance software (e.g., FMS, SIMS, Arbor) and ensuring data accuracy.
*Assisting with monitoring departmental spending and providing basic financial reports when required.
*Communicating professionally with suppliers, staff, and external agencies regarding finance queries.
*Assisting the front office with reception cover, emails, document preparation, and compliance tasks when needed.
*Following procedures linked to safeguarding, GDPR, confidentiality, and financial regulations.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
*Previous School-Based experience (ESSENTIAL)
*An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
*Strong numeracy, organisation, and accuracy in record keeping
*Confidence using finance systems (FMS, SIMS, Arbor) and Microsoft Office
*A professional, proactive approach and strong communication skills
*Ability to prioritise workloads and maintain confidentiality at all times
WHAT YOU’LL GET IN RETURN:
*Competitive salary / daily rate
*Ideal school-friendly working hours
*A dedicated Hays Education consultant supporting your career journey
*Free online CPD training
*Access to our app
*Up-to-date safeguarding training before your assignment
*Expert advice on CV writing and interview preparation

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If this role sounds right for you, and you’re available immediately, I’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch today to apply or find out more.


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Job number 3446128

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