Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Macclesfield

Salary: £15,719 per annum (25 hours per week, term time + 3 weeks) FTE: £28,103 (Point 20 Support Staff Scale)

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time

Start Date: May 2026 (or as soon as possible)

Join a leading independent school with a rich history and forward-thinking approach to education.

The King's School in Macclesfield is seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Part-Time Finance Assistant to join its busy Finance Office. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations within a friendly and professional environment.

The Role:

You will be responsible for supporting the school's accounts receivable function, ensuring accurate billing, timely income collection, and excellent service to parents and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing termly and annual fee bills and invoices
• Processing and reconciling incoming payments and deposits
• Managing Direct Debit collections and card payments
• Monitoring outstanding balances and supporting credit control
• Handling parent/guardian queries regarding fees and accounts
• Supporting bank reconciliations and financial reporting
• Administering ParentPay and other payment systems
• Assisting with audits and maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting wider finance and administrative processes as needed

This is a varied role in a fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility and a proactive approach.

About You:

We are looking for a candidate with strong financial administration experience and excellent attention to detail.

Essential:

• Experience in accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or finance administration
• Strong numeracy and accuracy
• Experience using Excel or similar systems
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Confident communication skills, including handling queries

Desirable:

• Understanding of credit control processes
• Experience in a school or regulated environment
• AAT Level 2/3 or equivalent qualification

Personal qualities:

• Professional, organised, and customer-focused
• Team player with a flexible attitude
• Discreet and trustworthy when handling confidential information
• Proactive and able to use initiative

About the School:

The King's School in Macclesfield is a thriving co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 3-18, with around 1,300 pupils and 250 staff. Situated on a modern 80-acre campus in Cheshire, the school combines academic excellence with a strong commitment to pastoral care and co-curricular opportunities.

The school has a long and distinguished history dating back over 500 years and is consistently ranked among the top independent schools in the North West.

Staff Benefits:

• Free lunch during term time
• Access to sports facilities (including gym and pool)
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Fee discounts for staff children
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Free on-site parking (with electric charging)
• Staff wellbeing initiatives and CPD opportunities

Safeguarding & Equality:

• The King's School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The role is subject to enhanced DBS checks and pre-employment screening.
• The school is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

How to Apply:

Please complete the school's application form (CVs are not accepted) and submit it by:
9:00am, Tuesday 31st March 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 13th April 2026.

Please click APPLY to be re-directed to our Careers page, to complete our online application form.

Candidates with previous job titles and experience of; Finance, Finance Administration, Finance Administrator, Payroll Administrator, Invoicing, Xero, SAP, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator will also be considered for this role.