Finance Officer - Education Sector
We’re working with a growing Multi Academy Trust to recruit a Finance Officer into their central finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys transactional finance, working with systems and processes, and being part of a supportive team within a multi-site education environment.The role would suit an experienced finance professional who is confident handling day-to-day finance tasks, communicates well with non-finance colleagues, and is keen to build a longer-term career in education. There’s scope for development and progression over time for someone looking to grow their skills and take on more responsibility.
The role
You’ll be working as part of a centralised team, supporting schools/sites with their everyday finance needs. Responsibilities will include:
*Processing purchase invoices, coding, approvals and supplier reconciliations
*Raising and monitoring purchase orders through the finance system
*Supporting sales invoicing, income posting and basic credit control
*Posting routine journals and keeping debtor and creditor balances up to date
*Reconciling bank, control, petty cash and credit card accounts
*Supporting school funds, cashless payment systems (such as ParentPay), and inter-account transfers
*Acting as a friendly first point of contact for finance queries from schools
*Assisting with month-end, year-end and audit preparation
About youThis role would suit someone who:
*Has experience in a transactional finance or accounts role within a structured, process-driven environment
*Is comfortable working with financial systems and enjoys getting things right first time
*Has good Excel skills and general confidence with IT
*Communicates clearly and professionally with a range of stakeholders
*Is organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload
*Understands the importance of confidentiality, particularly in an education setting
Experience in education, academies or the public sector (and systems such as PS Financials, Access or IRIS) would be helpful, but isn’t essential.
What’s on Offer
*A permanent, full-time opportunity within a stable and structured organisation
*A supportive, centralised finance function
*Salary in the region of £28,000 - £31,500, dependent on experience
*Excellent benefits package including local government pension.
*30 days holiday (rising to 35 with long service) plus bank holidays and Christmas close down.
*AAT study support if required
*Hybrid working is available 1-2 days a week following successful completion of probation.
*Long-term security and opportunities to develop within the role

If you would like a confidential conversation to explore this opportunity further, please apply in confidence or contact us directly.




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