Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. Finance Assistant | Independent School | Blackburn Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Salary: £26,000 per annum Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (Full Year) Hours: 40 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Role Overview: Are you an organised finance professional seeking a stable, rewarding role in the education sector? A prestigious Independent School in Blackburn is looking for a Finance Assistant to join its dedicated team. Reporting to the Assistant Accountant, you will manage transactional processing, credit control, and financial reporting in a high-achieving, supportive environment. This is a full-year position offering excellent career stability. Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger: Coding and posting invoices using Xero, Dext, and ApprovalMax. Payment Processing: Handling phone payments, preparing weekly BACS runs, and reconciling credit card transactions. Credit Control: Managing student files and chasing overdue accounts or external hire payments. Staff & Trips Support: Processing staff expenses and administering trip payments via Evolve. Financial Analysis: Assisting with overhead cost analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and maintaining spend trackers (Marketing, PE, etc.). Reporting: Supporting the Assistant Accountant with miscellaneous journals and budget analysis. Candidate Requirements: Experience: Proven background in transactional processing and ledger management. Qualifications:AAT qualified (or currently studying towards a finance qualification) is highly desirable. Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (Xero preferred) and Microsoft Excel. Communication: Professional verbal and written skills for liaising with parents, staff, and suppliers. Attributes: Calm under pressure, diplomatic, and highly discreet with sensitive data. Safeguarding: A firm commitment to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children is essential. Benefits of the Role: Salary: £26,000 per annum. Stability: Full-time, year-round permanent contract. Culture: Work within a prestigious educational setting with a professional, helpful team culture. How to Apply: To apply for this Finance Assistant vacancy in Blackburn, please contact Rachel on or email . This school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. xehkeey All successful candidates must undergo safer recruitment checks.