Finance Assistant

Employer:
University Schools Trust

Salary:
Scale 4 | £31,980 - £33,384

Location:
University Schools Trust , St Paul's Way Trust School, Secondary , Royal Greenwich Trust School , Cyril Jackson Primary School , Sir William Burrough Primary School

Contract:
Permanent

Working Pattern:
Full Time

Hours:
35 hours per week.

DBS Check:
Enhanced

Closing Date:
14/11/2025 at 12:00

Reference:
UST /25/325563

Full Time | On Site

There has never been a better time to join the University Schools Trust. We work collaboratively to deliver a shared vision of inclusive, high quality and transformational education delivered by schools deeply rooted in the communities we serve.

We are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant, reporting to the Finance Officer/Trust Financial Controller you will be provide a high standard of financial, accounting and administrative services.

About the post:

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a crucial role in operating and maintaining the financial procedures and systems of the schools. Working within the central finance team you will be responsible for:

• Assisting in ensuring robust financial accounting and ordering systems.
• Processing financial transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring VAT compliance.
• Assisting with procurement, process purchase orders, invoices, and staff expenses.
• Following up on outstanding payments and reporting as required to the Finance Manager.
• Maintaining internal control procedures and prepare information for auditors.
• Reconcile supplier statements and update the finance system accordingly.
• Manage communications with stakeholders and resolve finance-related queries.

About you:

The successful candidate for the role of Finance Assistant will have:

• GCSE English and Maths A*- C/9 - 4
• Experience of using information systems including computerised systems in an administrative environment.
• Strong administrative skills with capability in financial accounting, reporting, and record keeping.
• Knowledge of business data processing for accounting and financial information.
• Proficiency in operating computers, spreadsheet software, and accounting software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and effective team collaboration.
• Sound organisation and time management skills with an attention to detail.
• Be able to adapt to changing priorities in a pressurised environment.

About us:

The University Schools Trust (UST) is a partnership of schools, universities, and public and private sector bodies. We are uniquely placed to change the educational landscape for the pupils, staff, parents and wider communities whom we serve.

Established in September 2016, the UST currently comprises four member schools located in two London Boroughs:

• St Paul's Way School (SPW all-through school in Tower Hamlets
• Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS secondary school in Greenwich
• Cyril Jackson Primary School (CJPS primary school in Tower Hamlets
• Sir William Burrough Primary School (SWB primary school in Tower Hamlets

We are a group of schools with strong, mutually impactful relationships - which is key to our success and therefore with a strong appetite for growth.

We are committed to empowering communities, improving social justice and breaking barriers for social mobility, and have a particular focus on reducing the attainment gap for those who are amongst the most disadvantaged in our society.

The UST is exceptionally aspirational for the young people it currently serves, and we are deeply committed to extending our work in order to have an even greater impact on educational outcomes for young people.

If you would like to play your part in building and delivering an outstanding service for the UST, we would very much like to hear from you.

The University Schools Trust, East London, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index ), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.

Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received.

Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early.

We do not accept CVs alone.