Accounts / Finance Assistant
Looking for a meaningful finance role? Join us at Oxford High School and apply your expertise in accounts payable, reconciliations and financial reporting to support the smooth and efficient running of a leading independent school.
We are looking for a detail-focused, proactive finance professional to join our team as Accounts Payable / Finance Assistant. This fully on-site role offers the chance to apply your skills in a well-run, values-led school environment, where accuracy, collaboration and high standards are central to the way we work.
As part of a close-knit finance team, you will work alongside the Finance Manager to help ensure the school’s financial systems run smoothly. From managing purchase orders and processing payments to preparing bank reconciliations and supporting staff with queries, your work will directly contribute to the operational success of the school.
This role is office based and not suitable for remote working.
About you
We are seeking someone with experience in a finance or accountancy setting, ideally with knowledge of purchase ledger, general ledger and bank reconciliations.
You will be confident using accounting software and spreadsheets, well organised, and able to communicate clearly with colleagues at all levels.
If you are working towards or part-qualified with AAT, we are happy to offer study support.
Why work at Oxford High School
Oxford High School is part of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading group of independent girls’ schools. Located on Belbroughton Road in North Oxford, our school enjoys a beautiful setting just two miles from the city centre, with excellent local amenities and transport links.We’re proud of our warm, inclusive atmosphere and strong sense of purpose — and we offer a professional yet welcoming working environment where staff are valued and supported.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salaries and pay progression
- Access to extensive professional development
- AAT study support (for the right candidate)
- Generous pension schemes
- Free life assurance
- Free school lunches
- Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools
- Interest-free loans for training, computers and season tickets
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment
For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 18th May 2025.
We reserve the right to interview candidates as and when suitable applications are submitted.
Early applications are advisable.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening and online checks will apply to this post.