Finance Operations Assistant

We are looking for an experienced accounts payable/operations assistant to join our busy Finance Team. The role is key in ensuring the smooth running of the College’s transactional finance processes, supporting the maintenance of accurate financial records and providing administrative support to the core finance functions. Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you will work in the Financial Operations Team performing day-to-day processes including purchase ledger, general ledger, cash management, and balance sheet reconciliations across Ardingly College and its subsidiaries. The role involves managing the complete purchase ledger finance activities, bank reconciliations, prepayment and accruals schedules, as well as providing general support to the wider Finance Department and providing accurate financial information to the Senior Finance Manager and Finance Director, as required. Please visit Working here - Ardingly to find out everything the College has to offer and all the benefits available to our staff. To view the full job description and apply online, please visit ardingly.com/vacancies. Closing date: 5.00pm on 28 August 2026, although applications may be considered upon receipt. Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 2–18, a member of the HMC and a school of the Woodard Corporation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including enhanced DBS checks.