Job Description

The Finance Assistant will support the Accounting & Finance department with fee-related financial tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This permanent role in Reading is ideal for someone looking to contribute to a educational organisation.
The Finance Assistant duties will include:

• Preparing fee bills, processing of all charges and discounts to student accounts
• Credit control, chasing payment as necessary
• Daily management and recording of all bank account transactions
• Monthly closing and reporting of fees ledger and bank and associated income and expenditure accounts
• Petty Cash management and recording
• Banking functions
• Dealing with and responding to queries from parents, staff, and students
• Various purchasing cycle related duties
• Assisting the Finance Director with monthly and year end analyses and reports, including those for audit purposes
• Work as part of the Finance Team to provide efficient support and assistance as required and deal with ad hoc tasks as requested by the Finance Director or the Head of Finance and Resources

Do you have experience in a finance role ideally in a school setting?Are you interested in building a career in finance and accounting?
The successful Finance Assistant should have the following skills/qualities:

• Previous experience in a finance-related role, ideally within Accounting & Finance.
• A strong understanding of ledger management and financial processes.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Experience in the education sector is desirable but not essential.

The employer is a well-established, medium-sized organisation within the Education sector. They are dedicated to supporting their community through education and excellence, providing a structured environment for professional growth.
The successful Finance Assistant will receive:

• A competitive salary of up to 27,992 depending on experience
• Permanent role with opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive work environment within the Not For Profit sector.
• Located in Reading, offering a convenient and accessible workplace.
• Potential for involvement in meaningful and impactful financial work.

If you are passionate about contributing to the Accounting & Finance function within an education organisation, we encourage you to apply for this Finance Assistant role in Reading today.

Skills Required