Finance Officer

WILTSHIRE COUNCIL; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly working environment

Small school community impact

Flexible working where possible

Professional development opportunities

Rural setting

Job summary

Crudwell Primary School is seeking a Finance Officer to support daily financial operations, including processing orders, invoices and reconciliations. You will maintain accurate records, assist with budget monitoring and support audit and compliance requirements.

Join a friendly school community with flexible working options where possible, and opportunities for professional development in a rural setting.

Qualifications

• Strong financial skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage a varied workload.
• Experience in finance; school experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process orders, invoices and reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support budget monitoring.
• Assist with audit and compliance requirements.

Skills

Financial skills

Attention to detail

Organised

Proactive

Effective communication

Job description

Crudwell Primary School are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic finance professional to join our team. We are looking to appoint a Finance Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the smooth and effective running of our school, working closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body. All about the role: As a Finance Officer, the successful candidate will provide effective support for the school's dayto-day financial operations, including processing orders, invoices, and reconciliations. The role also involves maintaining accurate records, assisting with budget monitoring, and supporting audit and compliance requirements. We can offer:

• A friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to make a real difference in a small school community
• Flexible working arrangements (where possible)
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A beautiful rural setting
• We are looking for someone who: Has strong financial skills and excellent attention to detail
• Is organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload
• Has experience in finance (school experience desirable)
• Is a strong communicator who can work effectively with staff and governors
• Shares our commitment to supporting children and contributing to school life