Finance Assistant

This Finance Assistant role is focused on the Finance Assistant will support purchase ledger processes, expense claims, and monthly reconciliations, with the chance to gain exposure to school budgeting procedures. It would suit someone who can bring handling cycle-by-cycle responsibilities with consistency and care to the role.

Role overview

This 11–18 school has approximately 1,250 students and a record of strong academic performance, with 93% achieving grades 9–4 in English and Maths. Our Client is looking for a Finance Assistant to work within a thriving mixed secondary school in Cambridge.

Main responsibilities

The Finance Assistant will support purchase ledger processes, expense claims, and monthly reconciliations, with the chance to gain exposure to school budgeting procedures. The successful Finance Assistant will assist in maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and supporting the wider finance team. Finance Assistant to join a professional and motivated support team.

What helps someone succeed

Handling cycle-by-cycle responsibilities with consistency and care. Teachers and support staff describe the culture as organised and friendly, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth. Strong professional approach.

Requirements

• Basic finance or administrative experience desirable.
• Finance Assistant required January 2026.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks.

Job details

• To be considered for this Finance Assistant position please forward a CV as soon as possible.
• Paid to support staff scale.
• Additional detail: Training or development support may be provided.