Finance Assistant

Millfield School is seeking a Finance Assistant to join our busy Fees team, playing an important role in supporting accounts receivable activities and delivering a high standard of service to parents and colleagues.,

• Assist with processing fee payments, invoices and refunds accurately and efficiently
• Monitor outstanding balances and support the timely collection of payments
• Maintain accurate records on finance systems and spreadsheets, including Excel
• Respond professionally to enquiries from parents via phone and email
• Support the team with termly billing, instalment plans and general finance administration
• Assist with debt monitoring and other routine finance and office duties as required
  
  Previous experience in a finance, accounts or administrative role
• Strong numeracy skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident using Excel and financial systems
• Highly organised, able to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
• A proactive team player who can also work effectively on their own initiative
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
  
  This is an office-based, year-round role working 9.00am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.
The salary is up to £25,000 per annum, depending on experience, along with an excellent benefits package. Benefits include freshly prepared lunches for a nominal fee of £10.30 per month, access to the school's facilities, and discounts and cashback with a range of high street shops and restaurants through the Employee Assistance Programme. Application closing date: Noon, 19th May.
• Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible
Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Be kind, be individual, be brilliant. Millfield School, where being an individual is recognised as the key to brilliance.