Senior Accounts Assistant - Part Time

Thesocietyofheads; St Albans; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent day school in St Albans is seeking a part-time Senior Accounts Assistant for a 12-month fixed term contract starting January/February 2026. The role involves managing purchase and sales ledger functions, reconciling income and expenditure, and supporting the Accounts Manager. Candidates should have strong accounting experience, administration skills, and multitasking abilities. The position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Generous contributory pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting/finance department.
• Ability to oversee and support the department.
• Confidence in handling banking transactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger functions.
• Reconcile trip income and expenditure.
• Support the Accounts Manager in their absence.

Skills

Strong experience in accounting

Knowledge of purchase and sales ledger processes

Excellent administration skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Ability to work to deadlines

Education

AAT or bookkeeping qualification

Job description

Required for January / February 2026

Senior Accounts Assistant – Part Time

12-month fixed term contract – January/February 2026 start

Full time equivalent annual salary circa £36,000 (£28,285 per annum for the part time hours stated below) depending on experience, plus benefits including generous contributory pension scheme, holiday and life assurance.

St Albans School is a leading independent day school with an outstanding reputation for academic excellence.

We are seeking to appoint a Senior Accounts Assistant to cover a period of maternity leave. Reporting to the Accounts Manager, the Senior Accounts Assistant is responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit card functions, reconciliation of trip income and expenditure and some banking processes of the School. In the absence of the Accounts Manager, they ensure all operational accounting functions run smoothly and effectively.

The ideal candidate will have strong previous experience in an accounting/finance department with working knowledge of banking, sales and purchase ledger processes. An AAT or bookkeeping qualification is advantageous. Applicants should have the confidence and ability to oversee and support the department in the absence of the Accounts Manager. Excellent administration skills and attention to detail is essential, along with the ability to multitask, work to deadlines and prioritise a varied workload.

This is a full year role. Hours are 27.5 per week, to be worked over 4 or 5 days.

St Albans School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. St Albans School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and the creation of an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment selections are made according to suitability for the post, irrespective of background or protected characteristic.

Please apply online at www.st-albans.herts.sch.uk. Should you have any queries, please contact Sarah de Rossi, Head of HR, at [e-mail]. The School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.