Finance Assistant

Upton House is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Finance Assistant to join our busy school office team.

We are looking for someone with experience working in finance in a busy office environment and the ability to input data accurately with excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication and team working skills are essential. Experience working in a school would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of all operational accounting services in the School. This will include fee invoicing on a termly basis, other invoicing on an occasional basis and for cash collection and credit control. It will also include invoice processing and payments to our suppliers and all related functions including payroll administration, petty cash, and nominal ledger accounting.

Strong digital skills, specifically with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook are essential for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and welcoming community in one of the leading independent schools in the area.

The job description and application form can be downloaded from the school website www.uptonhouse.org.uk/discover-upton-house/vacancies.

Upton House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.