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Step into a Finance Assistant role where every number tells a story and every day brings purpose. We're recruiting for a passionate, detail-loving Finance Assistant to join a vibrant, growing educational establishment in Portsmouth, Hampshire. Known for its aspirational vision and inclusive culture, the school is driven by making a measurable difference to children and families through specialist education, kindness, and innovation. This is a close-knit, welcoming team that celebrates individuality, supports career development, and genuinely values the talent you bring. If you’re looking to add impact, stretch your skills, and work in an environment where your contribution counts, this is the place for you.
What will the Finance Assistant role involve?
- Support the finance team with accurate processing of purchase and sales ledger transactions across multiple sites.
- Prepare invoices, purchase orders, and support the efficient running of weekly BACS payments.
- Help manage bank reconciliations, credit card and petty cash transactions, and expense claims.
- Collaborate across teams to streamline financial processes and deliver first-class internal and external service.
- Play an active role in projects aimed at continuous improvement, compliance, and innovative resource management.
Suitable Candidate for the Finance Assistant vacancy:
- Strong numeracy and organisational skills, ideally supported by GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent.
- Experience in finance administration or a similar role, with a sharp eye for accuracy and detail.
- Confident user of Microsoft Excel and computerised finance systems.
- Team player who communicates clearly and brings positivity to the workplace.
Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Assistant:
- 8am - 4pm Monday - Thursday.
8am - 3.30pm Friday. - Free parking.
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