School Finance Assistant

Part-time Finance Assistant Location: Large Academy, Greenwich Hours: 12:00pm - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (Part-Time) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Long-Term TimePlan Education are currently recruiting on behalf of a large academy in Greenwich for a Part-Time Finance Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with knowledge of FMS (Financial Management System) to play a vital role in supporting the school's finance team. Key Responsibilities: Invoice Processing: Managing incoming invoices and ensuring timely payments to suppliers. Bank Reconciliation: Assisting with the reconciliation of school bank accounts and petty cash. Budget Monitoring: Supporting the Finance Manager in monitoring the school's budget and producing variance reports. Financial Reporting: Preparing regular financial reports for the senior leadership team and governors. Purchase Orders: Raising and processing purchase orders, ensuring compliance with school finance procedures. Payroll Assistance: Supporting payroll preparation to ensure accurate and timely payment of staff. Handling School Income: Processing payments from school activities such as school dinners, trips, and events. Maintaining Financial Records: Ensuring all financial documentation is up to date and correctly filed for auditing purposes. Requirements: Previous experience as a Finance Assistant in a school setting is essential. Proficiency in FMS (Schools Financial Management System). Excellent organisational and time management skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. This part-time role offers a great work-life balance in a busy and supportive school environment. If you have the required experience and are available for an immediate start, we encourage you to apply! TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education Group LTD are committed to Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. INDTPSEC