Financial Accountant

Tätigkeitsprofil

• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and other tax-related filings, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• All aspects of Suppliers ledger control - Checking invoices for correct approvals, liaising with budget holders, paying suppliers £ and € and posting relevant transactions into SAGE.
• All aspects of Customers ledger control – Liaising with school registrar for new starters & leavers, invoice posting, correspondence with customers, advising on payment plans and controlling those agreed with financial controller.
• Overseeing the staff expenses process.
• Perform account reconciliations, Supplier, Customer and Bank, to ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Liaising internally regarding school trips, afternoon sessions, supplementary school activities in order to raise invoices through Sage to reconcile back to activities cost.
• Liaise with credit card holders regarding their statements, provision of support in order to ensure correct coding for posting.
• Manage the security deposit portfolio for receipts and refunds.
• Support when and where required in the management of general ledgers, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately.
• Provide support during year-end external audits, preparing necessary documentation and financial schedules as required.
• Assist in the posting of journals and accruals, to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Assist in financial reporting and analyses to support decision-making.
• Ensure all accounting processes adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements
• Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team, Identify and suggest.
• Willingness to help improve accounting systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Anforderungsprofil

• Minimum of 5 years experience, with strong Debit and Credit understanding.
• Ability to ‘hit the ground running’ and work independently.
• Part-qualified or QBE.
• Very good knowledge of Sage Line 50 and Excel is necessary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in contract roles is desirable

Arbeitgeberleistungen

• Autonomous working as part of a small Finance Team and Admin Team of 20 staff
• Flexible working policy
• Additional paid sick days
• Generous holiday allowance in addition to 25 days (full time contract)
• Free parking
• Subsidised and discounted delicious lunches 
• Beautiful office space
• Lovely outdoor setting next to the Thames

Weitere Informationen

This is a role for candidates with long term career ambitions at the School.

The School may consider applications from fullt-time candidates who would start on a temporary basis with the prospect of a permanent contract.


Application deadline: 15th April 2026.

Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis.

All applications must be received through the website and include a covering letter, stating how the applicant meets the requirements of the job.

The School reserves the right to close the recruitment process early.

Bewerbungsverfahren

Two stage interview process at the School. 

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