Finance Assistant

maryroseacademy; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational organization in Portsmouth is seeking a motivated Finance Assistant to support the Finance Team in managing purchase and sales ledgers. You will contribute to a collaborative environment and participate in the team's ongoing development. We're offering an engaging workplace culture, professional development opportunities, and competitive benefits. Ideal candidates will possess effective communication skills and flexibility. Applications are welcome regardless of background, committed to safeguarding all children and young people, with a closing date of January 23, 2026.

Benefits

Excellent induction and professional development

Local Government Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Wellbeing Inset Day

Free onsite parking

Increased annual leave after 5 years

CPD opportunities

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and professional attitude required.
• Support in managing purchase and sales ledgers.
• Be prepared to work flexibly during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of purchase and sales ledgers.
• Participate in team meetings to improve work processes.
• Contribute to team effectiveness and dynamics.

Skills

Effective Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Job description

Solent Academies Trust is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, professional and highly motivated Finance Assistant to join our Central Trust team.

Personal attributes

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing, busy team.You will be based at The Acorns in Cosham, but some cross-site working may be required across our other schools in the Trust.

You will support the Finance Team with the management and control of the Trust’s purchase and sales ledger functions, ensuring value for money and appropriate controls are adhered to.

The successful candidate will:

• support with the maintenance of the purchase and sales ledgers for the Trust
• support and maintain the sales ledger for the Trust
• contribute to the effective working of both the Finance Team and Central Trust Team by participating in team meetings and suggesting improved ways of working
• be prepared to work flexibly during busy periods

At Solent Academies Trust, we are proud to be a community built on connection, respect, and belonging.

Our Relational Culture Charter guides us to work together and support each other through:

• Effective Communication
• High Challenge & High Support to Empower
• Respect for All
• Solution-Focused Approaches

We believe that when relationship thrive, people thrive – and so do the children and young people we serve.

Salary & Benefits

Band 4

30 hours, 52 weeks

By joining Solent Academies Trust, we offer you:

• Excellent staff induction with a commitment to high quality professional development aligned in relational leadership and HR excellence.
• A culture rooted in relational practice, belonging, and wellbeing
• A workplace where your values, voice, and contribution truly matter
• Local Government Pension Scheme with the option of a 50/50 contribution to build over time
• Life Insurance - 3 times annual salary (for members of the pension scheme)
• Wellbeing Inset Day to support the wellbeing of our staff
• Free onsite parking at most of our academies
• Increase of annual leave after 5 years of service from 27 to 31 days
• CPD opportunities to support Career development
• Employee Referral Scheme
Employee Benefits Platform

Location

Solent Academies Trust
Northarbour Road
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO6 3TH

Please note we will only accept applications completed on our Solent Academies Trust form.

Closing date for applications is Friday 23 rd January 2026 at Midday

Interviews will be held Friday 30 th January 2026

Equal opportunities

Solent Academies Trust welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. Only applications submitted on the academy’s application form will be accepted Solent Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.