Finance Officer

Confidential; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Well-resourced working environment

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Excellent public transport links

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Finance Officer in Hounslow to support the school's financial operations, maintain accurate records and contribute to effective budget management. Immediate start and full-time hours in a welcoming secondary school environment.

Responsibilities include processing invoices and payments, banking procedures, payroll support, audits, and safeguarding compliance. Prior finance experience and proficiency with Excel are required; educational setting experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in finance, accounts or bookkeeping.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments.
• Managing income collection and banking procedures.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and financial systems.
• Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting.
• Reconciling accounts and resolving financial discrepancies.
• Liaising with suppliers, staff and external stakeholders.
• Supporting payroll and finance administration where required.
• Assisting with audits and year-end financial processes.
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

FMS

Arbor Finance

PS Financials

Job description

Finance Officer

Location: Hounslow, West London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Full-Time

A welcoming and highly regarded secondary school in Hounslow is seeking a dedicated Finance Officer to join their team on an immediate basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop professionally.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations, ensuring accurate record keeping and contributing to the effective management of school finances.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations, ensuring accurate record keeping and contributing to the effective management of school finances.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments
• Managing income collection and banking procedures
• Maintaining accurate financial records and financial systems
• Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
• Reconciling accounts and resolving financial discrepancies
• Liaising with suppliers, staff and external stakeholders
• Supporting payroll and finance administration where required
• Assisting with audits and year-end financial processes
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures

School Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• A well-resourced working environment
• Access to staff wellbeing initiativesPension scheme and additional employee benefits
• Excellent public transport links across Hounslow and the surrounding areas
• The opportunity to be part of a successful and inclusive school community

Requirements

• Previous experience within finance, accounts or bookkeeping
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information

Desirable

• Experience working within an educational setting
• Knowledge of school finance systems such as FMS, Arbor Finance, PS Financials or similar
• AAT qualification or equivalent finance-related qualification

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.