Finance Officer

Academics Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational trust is seeking a dedicated Finance Officer in Havering for a part-time role. This position emphasizes financial operations support, offering professional development in a collaborative team. If you're ready to make a real impact in education, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

High quality professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience and qualifications in finance required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills needed.
• Strong time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support financial operations across schools in Havering area.
• Involved in Trust-wide financial planning and compliance.
• Assist in reporting and financial analysis.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Initiative

Education

Relevant qualifications in finance

Job description

Job Advert: Finance Officer - Havering

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join the Trust's Central Services Team, based at our Academy in Havering. This is a part-time, permanent position starting in September 2025, ideal for someone looking to make a real impact in a supportive and professional environment.

Position: Finance Officer
Location: Havering
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Part-time, Permanent
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
Salary: 20,089 - 21,910 actual (Grade 5, Spinal Point 18-24 FTE 34,416- 37,536, Inclusive of Outer London Weighting)

As a Finance Officer, you will be an integral member of our central finance team, supporting the financial operations of our schools within the Havering area. You will be based at our Romford academy but will play a key role in Trust-wide financial planning, reporting, and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant experience and qualifications in finance

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure

• Initiative, organisation, and a meticulous attention to detail

• The ability to prioritise and effectively manage multiple tasks

In return, we offer:

• High quality professional development opportunities

• A supportive and friendly team atmosphere

• Flexible working arrangements

• A staff assistance programme, including virtual GP appointments, legal advice, and counselling

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

• Cycle to work scheme

Application deadline: 12pm on 1st July 2025
Interviews: Scheduled shortly after
Please note the Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Join us in Havering and take your career to the next level as a valued Finance Officer. If you are ready to contribute to a thriving educational trust with a focus on excellence and integrity, we encourage you to apply.

Finance Officer Havering Part-Time Central Services September 2025
We look forward to receiving your application!