Education Finance Officer - Payroll & Admin (Immediate Start)

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Finance Officer for a key role in a supportive academy in Wakefield. This position requires proven experience in financial processes, the ability to supervise junior staff, and excellent administrative skills. The ideal candidate will manage payroll and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Flexible working hours are offered, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Immediate start is available, making this a great opportunity for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Officer or in a similar financial role, ideally within a school or academy setting.
• A strong understanding of financial processes, controls, and regulations.
• Excellent administrative skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience with school payroll is highly desirable.
• The ability to supervise and guide junior staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Providing essential administrative and financial support to all staff and students within the academy.
• Supervising the Admin and Finance Assistant, offering guidance.
• Managing a high-quality payroll provision for all school staff.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Overseeing efficient financial resource use.

Skills

Financial processes understanding

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Supervision of junior staff

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Finance Officer for a key role in a supportive academy in Wakefield. This position requires proven experience in financial processes, the ability to supervise junior staff, and excellent administrative skills. The ideal candidate will manage payroll and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Flexible working hours are offered, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Immediate start is available, making this a great opportunity for suitable candidates.