Finance & Administration Officer - Term-Time, CPD

Beacon Hill Academy; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

CPD and training opportunities

Excellent school holiday pattern

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Beacon Hill Academy in South Ockendon is seeking a Finance Administration Officer to join our academy office team on a part-time basis (minimum 20 hours per week, three days, including Fridays). The role sits within school hours (8am–4pm) and may extend to full-time for the right candidate in the future.

You will work with the Finance Manager to handle day-to-day financial operations, payroll, invoices, budget support, and general administration in a busy educational setting.

Qualifications

• Strong financial or accounting background.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using financial systems and Microsoft Office (incl. Excel).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance Manager in maintaining the Academy's financial operations including payroll.
• Raise, process, and monitor purchase orders and invoices.
• Chase outstanding invoices and payments.
• Support delegated budget holders with financial processes.
• Administer petty cash and ensure proper reconciliation.
• Assist with catering orders and account records.
• Deputise for the Finance Manager as required.
• Order supplies and equipment for the Academy.
• Assist with administration of Academy lettings and premises administration.

Skills

Financial background

Organised

Excel

Communication

Confidentiality

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Beacon Hill Academy in South Ockendon is seeking a Finance Administration Officer to join our academy office team on a part-time basis (minimum 20 hours per week, three days, including Fridays). The role sits within school hours (8am–4pm) and may extend to full-time for the right candidate in the future.

You will work with the Finance Manager to handle day-to-day financial operations, payroll, invoices, budget support, and general administration in a busy educational setting.