Finance Assistant

Our Education Client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Temporary Finance Assistant to provide cover from 12/03 until a permanent appointment is made. There is potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

* Review and assess purchase orders to ensure best value before processing, making recommendations to the Finance Manager where appropriate.

* Collate and process purchase orders and invoices, ensuring correct authorisation is obtained in line with Trust procurement procedures.

* Use the Trust’s digital purchasing systems (purchasing portal / IRIS Purchasing module) to manage transactions accurately and efficiently.

* Liaise with suppliers to resolve queries, discrepancies, and request credit notes where required.

Ideal Candidate:

* Strong attention to detail with the ability to assess value for money.

* Experience in finance, accounts payable, or procurement (education or public sector experience desirable).

* Confident using digital finance systems.

* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking for a temporary role with the possibility of securing a permanent position.

How to apply

for a Primary Supply Teacher:

You can easily submit your CV via this advert. If you have been shortlisted, we will be in touch within 48 hours to arrange a chat to discuss the role and others in more depth.

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