Finance Officer

Service Care Solutions; Widnes; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Officer to support financial management in education services. This role involves ensuring compliance with financial regulations and providing expert guidance to schools. The ideal candidate will have experience in local authority finance, particularly within education, and strong analytical and communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the public sector while working in a hybrid environment. If you're passionate about finance and looking for a role that offers growth potential, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Referral Bonus

Flexible Working Hours

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in local authority finance, especially in education.
• Strong knowledge of budget management and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support financial management of schools' budgets and DSG funding.
• Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Local Authority Finance

Budget Management

Financial Regulations

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Financial Systems

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Senior Recruitment Consultant at Service Care Solutions Recruiting Finance/Accountancy Professionals in the North of England

Finance Officer

Local Authority Cheshire

Hybrid Working

Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00

6 Month Contract

37 Hours per week (Full Time)

Job Purpose

As a Finance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the financial management of

our education and schools’ services, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with

financial regulations. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including schools

and education teams, to provide expert financial guidance. This is an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with experience in local authority finance, particularly within schools and the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG).

Main responsibilities

• Supporting the financial management of schools’ budgets and DSG funding
• Assisting with budget setting, monitoring, and forecasting
• Preparing financial reports and analysis for senior management
• Ensuring compliance with local authority financial regulations and policies
• Providing financial advice and support to schools and education services
• Contributing to financial planning and decision-making processes

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Experience working in local authority finance, particularly within education and DSG
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and budget management within the public sector
• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on 01772 208969

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Accounting and Financial Services

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