School Accounts Payable Assistant

Accounts Payable Assistant Full Time Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm We are seeking a proactive and organised Accounts Payable Assistant to join a busy Finance team within a school setting, supporting the efficient and accurate delivery of Procure-to-Pay processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and finance skills who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering a high level of accuracy and customer service. Key Responsibilities * Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. * Managing the Accounts Payable mailbox and responding to queries. * Processing supplier payments in a timely manner. * Resolving invoice and payment queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders. * Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation. * Assisting with reconciliations and month-end processes. * Processing staff expenses. * Supporting year-end finance activities. * Working closely with colleagues across the school to ensure financial information is accurate and up to date. * Contributing to the continuous improvement of finance systems and processes. About You The ideal candidate will have: * Previous experience in an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger, Finance Assistant, or similar finance role. * Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. * Strong organisational and time management skills. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * Confidence using finance systems and Microsoft Office applications. * A proactive and professional approach to work. * The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Essential Requirements * Previous finance or accounts payable experience. * Ability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. * A current Enhanced DBS Certificate registered with the DBS Update Service. Please note: This role is based within a school. Due to safeguarding requirements, we are unable to consider candidates who do not already hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate registered with the DBS Update Service. What We Offer * Full-time, stable working hours. * A supportive and collaborative working environment. * The opportunity to further develop your finance and administration skills. * A rewarding role supporting the day-to-day operations of a school. If you are an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking for your next opportunity within a school environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today