Finance Administrator

Finance Administrator – Secondary School Location: Haringey, North London Job Type: Full-Time Sector: Secondary Education / Finance & Administration Recruiter: Rodney @ Madison Reign Madison Reign is currently recruiting for an organised, numerate and detail-focused Finance Administrator to join a welcoming secondary school in the London Borough of Haringey. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator with a finance background to join a busy school environment and provide high-quality financial and administrative support to the school's finance team. The Role As the Finance Administrator, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the school and work closely with the Finance Manager and wider administrative team. Your responsibilities will include: * Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments * Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable processes * Raising and processing invoices accurately * Reconciling transactions and assisting with bank reconciliations * Maintaining accurate financial records and spreadsheets * Handling queries relating to payments, invoices and school finances * Supporting the monitoring of departmental budgets and expenditure * Processing staff expenses and reimbursement claims * Liaising with suppliers and resolving invoice or payment queries * Assisting with financial reporting and month-end administration * Updating the school's finance systems and databases * Supporting school trips, student payments and other income collection where required * Ensuring financial information is handled accurately and confidentially * Providing general administrative support to the Finance Manager and wider school team The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who: * Has previous finance or accounts administration experience * Ideally has experience working within a school, academy or education setting * Has strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail * Is confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications * Has experience processing invoices, purchase orders and payments * Is highly organised and able to manage competing deadlines * Has excellent written and verbal communication skills * Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team * Understands the importance of confidentiality when handling financial information Previous experience using SIMS Finance, FMS, PS Financials, Access Financials or similar finance systems would be advantageous. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive secondary school in Haringey, North London and become an important part of its finance and administration team. The role would suit an experienced Finance Administrator, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator or School Finance Officer looking for their next opportunity within education. If you have the relevant experience and are interested in joining a busy and rewarding school environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your up-to-date CV or contact Rodney at Madison Reign for further information. Madison Reign is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check