Finance Officer

Bridge Education; Nelson; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Finance Officer for a secondary school in Nelson. This role involves processing invoices, managing financial documentation, and supporting finance activities. The ideal candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Access, possess strong attention to detail, and have previous finance experience. Join a supportive team dedicated to student success and career development.

Qualifications

• Previous finance or administrative experience is required.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase orders and invoices.
• Managing filing systems and financial documentation.
• Supporting daily finance activities.
• Assisting the wider team with general administrative tasks.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Access

Attention to detail

Excellent organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Ability to work collaboratively

Job description

A dedicated Head Teacher of a secondary school in Nelson is seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Officer to join their team as soon as possible.

This school offers students fantastic facilities, a team of inspirational and dedicated teaching staff, and a comprehensive, well-developed curriculum that supports every learner to reach their full potential.

As Finance Officer, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase orders and invoices
• Managing filing systems and financial documentation
• Supporting daily finance activities
• Assisting the wider team with general administrative tasks

Essential Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Access - this is an essential requirement
• Previous finance or administrative experience
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• A proactive, can-do attitude and the ability to work collaboratively
• An enhanced DBS on the update service is desirable

Salary: TBC

Interviews: We're ready to meet suitable candidates immediately — apply today to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community.

Bridge Education is a leading recruitment agency which focuses on placing Teachers, Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Cover Supervisors, and Nursery Nurses into a wide range of schools across the Lancashire, Cumbria, Wigan, Blackburn with Darwen and Blackpool. Our experienced and friendly team of recruiters are driven to place you in a school which suits you and supports your career path. This role will provide you with valuable Secondary experience to forward your career.

Bridge Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all supply staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, we will undertake the necessary checks to complete your registration with us, inclusive of a video interview, current references and DBS check.