Finance Business Support Officer

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Business Support Officer to join their dynamic finance team. This role involves managing school payments, handling finance queries, and analyzing VAT data, all while ensuring compliance and process improvements. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for finance, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact in the education sector. Join a collaborative team where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognized.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance-related environments, especially payments/admin.
• Strong skills in Excel and handling large volumes of data.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly school advances and ensure timely payments.
• Handle finance queries and maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Excel

Finance Administration

Data Analysis

Customer Service

Job description

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Finance Business Support Officer, London (Enfield)

Client:

The Graduate Project

Location:

London (Enfield), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Role | Finance Business Support Officer

Company | Education, Local Government, Finance

Areas | Payments, Schools Finance, VAT Returns, Customer Queries

Based | North London, On-site (Hybrid potential)

Are you a spreadsheet whizz who loves detail and thrives under pressure? We're looking for a sharp, organised, and proactive Finance Business Support Officer to support a busy finance team and make a real impact across education and schools services!

As a Finance Business Support Officer, you’ll:

• Take the lead on monthly school advances and ensure timely, accurate payments
• Handle finance queries — logging, solving, and escalating as needed
• Gather and analyse VAT and finance data for returns and reporting
• Liaise confidently with schools, council teams, and third-party partners
• Keep financial records in line with audit and compliance expectations
• Play a key part in process improvements and smarter ways of working

You’ll likely be someone who:

• Has experience in a finance-related environment — especially payments/admin
• Is confident using Excel and handling large volumes of financial data
• Thrives in a fast-paced setting and can prioritise conflicting deadlines
• Brings great attention to detail and a customer-first mindset
• Enjoys resolving queries and working with diverse internal and external stakeholders
• Is keen to grow and continuously improve their finance skills