School Finance Officer
Salary/Rate:£14 - £16 per hour, Benefits: Hybrid Working
Sector:Education: Finance & Resources
Location:Mid Kent
Job type:Temporary / Interim
Job ref:MT0709
Post Date:September 7, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter
Mark Taylor
Senior Consultant - Education Finance Recruitment
About the Role
My client, a long-established school based in the Tenterden area, are looking to recruit a School Finance Assistant to join the finance team on a temporary basis with a view to becoming permanent for the right person
Working under the close tutelage of the Finance Manager, this role will oversee the day-to-day invoicing cycle for the school, including all relevant financial administration around invoice and payment processing, journals and monthly bank account reconciliations. Additionally, the role will give the opportunity to work on budget management and reporting, month end closing and ad hoc financial reporting.
It is imperative that you have experience in using Access Dimensions. Applications are sought from individuals’ part or fully AAT qualified, with school’s experience. The desire to learn and develop under the current finance team is important as there is long term development potential on offer with this role.
My client is looking to fill this role as a matter of urgency so you must be available immediately. Education sector experience is preferable. This role could be offered with hybrid working. Part or Full Time will be considered.
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
Working under the close tutelage of the Finance Manager, this role will oversee the day-to-day invoicing cycle for the school, including all relevant financial administration around invoice and payment processing, journals and monthly bank account reconciliations. Additionally, the role will give the opportunity to work on budget management and reporting, month end closing and ad hoc financial reporting.
It is imperative that you have experience in using Access Dimensions. Applications are sought from individuals’ part or fully AAT qualified, with school’s experience. The desire to learn and develop under the current finance team is important as there is long term development potential on offer with this role.
My client is looking to fill this role as a matter of urgency so you must be available immediately. Education sector experience is preferable. This role could be offered with hybrid working. Part or Full Time will be considered.
Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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