Stockport Council

Finance Assistant

Stockport Council

Skilled Worker, A ratingStockport, ENG, UKFull-timePosted 5 days ago

Job Description

  • Bramhall High School
  • Seal Road, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 2JTSchool contact details:
  • 0161 439 8045
  • [email protected]
  • Finance Assistant
  • Scale 3 £22,908.16 - £23,272.24 actual salary
  • 37 hours per week
  • 8.00am-4.00pm Mon-Thu 8.00am-3.30pm Fridays, term time plus 3 INSET days
  • Permanent

Application Deadline: 3rd November 2026

Use the following link to view all supporting documents and submit your application: Finance Assistant

We are looking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic finance assistant to join our busy administration team. You would be working closely with the Finance Manager and play an essential role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the school. You will ensure smooth processes, accuracy, and strict compliance with financial regulations are followed.

Key responsibilities

  • To process supplier invoices, raise purchase orders, and resolve payment queries.
  • To oversee online school payment systems for trips, lunches, and school activities.
  • To maintain accurate digital financial records and update school management systems (e.g., SIMS, Excel.
  • To assist with month-end procedures, bank reconciliations, and monitoring petty cash.
  • To deal with routine finance queries from staff, parents, and external auditors in a professional manner.
  • To provide administrative support to the main office as and when required.
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