Finance Assistant | Independent School | Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Role: School Finance Assistant Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Start Date: January 2027 Salary: £25,000–£29,000 per annum, dependent on experience An established independent school in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its business and finance office. The successful applicant will support the day-to-day financial administration of the school and help ensure transactions and records are processed accurately. The Role Process purchase invoices and supplier payments. Assist with purchase orders and invoice queries. Reconcile financial records and support routine reporting. Maintain accurate spreadsheets and finance documentation. Respond to finance-related enquiries from staff and suppliers. Support month-end administration and audit preparation. The Candidate Has previous finance or accounts administration experience. Is confident using spreadsheets and accounting software. Has strong numerical skills and attention to detail. Can manage deadlines and prioritise workloads. Handles financial and confidential information responsibly. The Environment The school offers a professional finance office with established procedures and a collaborative team. The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop their finance administration skills and gain experience within an education setting. Apply Now: Submit your CV for this January Finance Assistant opportunity.