Finance Officer

Finance Officer

• Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term time plus 3 weeks)
• Location: Richmond / Twickenham
• Salary: £29,002 to £31,935 (pro rata from £31,074 to £33,912 FTE)
• Hours:8am -4pm - Monday to Friday

My Client are seeking a dedicated Finance Officer to provide efficient and effective financial administrative support within their school. This role involves handling day-to-day financial transactions in accordance with Trust policies and contributing to the overall financial health of the institution.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage purchasing processes including liaising with suppliers, raising purchase orders, and placing orders.
• Handle accounts payable tasks such as invoice processing and preparing payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records by inputting payments and receipts into the school’s finance package and other internal systems.
• Assist in the preparation of management accounts and ensure all financial documentation is processed timely and accurately.
• Oversee department budget reporting and manage the administration of lettings including dealing with enquiries and preparation of invoices.
• Support internal and external audit preparations, ensuring all documentation is consistent and accurate.
• Administer school trips and events, including preparing costings and itineraries, and liaising with transport companies and staff.
• Process monthly charge card reconciliation entries and monitor the Finance email inbox.
• Manage cash handling and banking processes, including bank transactions posting, monthly bank reconciliation, and online purchases.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A-C) including English and Maths.
• Proven experience in financial administration.
• Proficiency in ICT, particularly MS Word, Teams, and Excel.
• Excellent numeracy and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Desirable: Business Qualification, AAT or similar; experience in financial administration within an academy, school, or charity/not-for-profit organisation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Pro rata pay calculation for term-time plus additional weeks.
• Involvement in a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

To apply for the Finance Officer position, please submit your CV and we’ll be in touch ASAP.

Interviews to take place week commencing 6th Jan.

This is a Temp assignment for 3 months with a view to being extended for the right candidate