Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Are you a reliable and organised worker with excellent attention to detail?

Lancaster and Morecambe College are seeking an organised and reliable Finance Assistant to join the Finance Team.

As a Finance Assistant, you will support the team and the Head of Finance by taking on a variety of responsibilities, which include liaising with budget holders and suppliers to ensure a smooth and efficient purchasing process. You will ensure compliance with the college’s financial controls while delivering excellent service levels to both internal and external stakeholders.

Experience of administration and an understanding of Finance and Data Protection are essential to this role. You should hold a minimum NVQ level 2 in a relevant area, as well as GCSE Grade 4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Benefits of this post include:

* Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution 9.3%)

* Generous leave entitlement (28 days, plus Bank Holidays and College Closure Days)

* Cycle to Work scheme

* Opportunities for continuing professional development

* Strong staff support services.

Lancaster and Morecambe College are a thriving FE College and justifiably proud of the strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, we are proud to be our community’s provider of technical, professional and creative education.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Closing date:
Tuesday, 30th June 2026

Interviews will be held Tuesday, 7th July 2026

Our reference: SE4199

Vacancy:
Finance Assistant

Location:

Lancaster

Salary: £25,626 per annum

Hours:

Full time, 37 hours per week

Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Lancaster and Morecambe College