Average Finance Assistant salary in Cambridge

Finance Assistant – Full Time (Temporary)Location: Ely areaHours: 8:00am – 4:00pmPay: £150 – £200 per dayContract: Approx. 3 months, starting ASAPREED are proud to be working with a highly regarded educational setting in the Ely area, supporting them in the recruitment of a Finance Assistant to join their team on a temporary, full-time basis.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong finance skills to step into a supportive and respected environment. While previous experience within a school or education finance role is highly desirable, it is not essential—the team are happy to consider applicants with transferable finance or accounts experience.Duties will include:Supporting the day-to-day finance functionProcessing invoices and purchase ordersHandling financial queries from staff and suppliersAssisting with budgeting and reporting tasksMaintaining accurate financial recordsProviding general administrative support within the finance teamWhat we’re looking for:Finance or accounts experience (education sector experience an advantage)Strong attention to detail and accuracyConfident IT skills, including finance systems and ExcelSomeone reliable, proactive, and able to start at short noticeWhat’s on offer:Competitive daily rate: £150 – £200Full-time hours: 8am–4pmImmediate startChance to work with a well-respected educational institutionIf you’re available immediately and would like to join a friendly and established team, apply today through REED and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Finance Assistant – Full Time (Temporary)Location: Ely areaHours: 8:00am – 4:00pmPay: £150 – £200 per dayContract: Approx. 3 months, starting ASAPREED are proud to be working with a highly regarded educational setting in the Ely area, supporting them in the recruitment of a Finance Assistant to join their team on a temporary, full-time basis.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong finance skills to step into a supportive and respected environment. While previous experience within a school or education finance role is highly desirable, it is not essential—the team are happy to consider applicants with transferable finance or accounts experience.Duties will include:Supporting the day-to-day finance functionProcessing invoices and purchase ordersHandling financial queries from staff and suppliersAssisting with budgeting and reporting tasksMaintaining accurate financial recordsProviding general administrative support within the finance teamWhat we’re looking for:Finance or accounts experience (education sector experience an advantage)Strong attention to detail and accuracyConfident IT skills, including finance systems and ExcelSomeone reliable, proactive, and able to start at short noticeWhat’s on offer:Competitive daily rate: £150 – £200Full-time hours: 8am–4pmImmediate startChance to work with a well-respected educational institutionIf you’re available immediately and would like to join a friendly and established team, apply today through REED and one of our consultants will be in touch.

Finance AssistantStart: ASAPRate: £21.00 - £23.00 per hour (Inside IR35)Duration: 3 – 6 Months Initially Hybrid Working Arrangement (2 days onsite 3 days from home)Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate and confidential financial records, ensuring all transactions are correctly logged in relevant systems and spreadsheets • Verify supplier invoices and claims using agreed service procedures and contract documentation before submission for payment • Process payments through the organisation’s financial system, including raising and receipting purchase orders, raising invoices, and using smart forms • Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or errors, identifying and addressing the root cause through liaison with suppliers and internal staff • Identify and flag recurring financial process issues and anomalies, supporting improvements to administrative workflowsRequirements: • Local Government experience preferred • General education to GCSE standard with A–C grades (or Grade 4+) in English and Maths • Understanding of public sector finance systems, ideally including Agresso or similar platforms • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and web-based systems If you are interested in this role please apply with the most up to date version of your CV.