Job Description

Location:

Southampton

Reports To:

Finance Business Partner

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

About JS Group

At JS Group, we're on a mission to power student success. As a trusted partner to universities across the UK, we deliver tailored support schemes, on-campus services, and powerful data insights that help to enhance the university experience for over 150,000 students. Our impact is real, and our ambition is growing - fast.

We believe in doing good work with great people, and we're building a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and purpose. Sound like your kind of place? Read on.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a proactive, detail-driven, and collaborative

Finance Officer/Assistant

to join our expanding operational finance team.

This is a brilliant opportunity for anyone interested in building a career in finance -- whether you're a school or college leaver ready to take your first step, or a more experienced finance professional looking for a new challenge.

You'll be a key player in our day-to-day finance function, supporting a range of processes, solving problems, and helping to ensure our financial operations run smoothly and efficiently. No two days are quite the same -- and that's exactly how we like it.

What You'll Be Doing

Depending on your experience, you'll receive training and support to help you:

Maintain accurate Accounts Payable ledgers Raise weekly and monthly supplier payments Assist in reviewing and standardising finance processes Process staff expenses and company credit cards Prepare monthly general ledger summaries and reconciliations Support month-end accounts reporting and year-end audit preparation Identify and implement workflow and process improvements

What We're Looking For

Enthusiastic team players with a hands-on attitude Clear communicators who can build strong working relationships across teams Curious problem-solvers who enjoy making things better People who thrive in a fast-paced, growing company

What You'll Bring

We welcome applications from a range of backgrounds:

For experienced candidates:

2+ years in a finance, accounting, or similar role Confident with reconciliations, ledger management, and streamlining processes Strong Excel skills (essential); experience with Sage Intacct a plus Great attention to detail and a can-do, team-first attitude

For school or college leavers / early-career applicants:

A genuine interest in finance, numbers, and problem-solving Basic Excel knowledge (we'll train you on everything else) Eagerness to learn, grow, and gain qualifications while you work A positive, proactive approach and strong teamwork skills

Why Join Us?

Because we offer more than just a job -- we offer a place to grow and belong:

Generous holiday allowance:

25 days' paid holiday + Bank Holidays + your Birthday off + Christmas off

Meaningful work:

You'll contribute directly to supporting student success at scale

Professional development:

Study support for accounting qualifications (AAT, ACCA, CGMA, etc.) and opportunities to progress within the business

Flexible working

- We support work-life balance while fostering a strong, collaborative in-person team culture. Hybrid working available

Supportive culture:

Collaborative, mission-led, and proud of what we do

Ready to Apply?

Whether you're taking your first step into finance or bringing valuable experience to the table, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing date 7th November 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Location:

Southampton, SO15 1GZ (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton, SO15 1GZ