Finance Officer – 5385

Clear IT Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Finance Officer for a school in Southall, London. The role involves managing finances, producing budget reports, and providing financial support to the leadership team. Candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths, and prior experience in finance is essential. The position requires an enhanced DBS check and knowledge of financial management systems.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Finance, Human Resources or similar field.
• Experience of managing multiple projects.
• Must be able to hold an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school finances, including budget and administration.
• Produce monthly budget reports and monitor expenditure.
• Provide financial advice and support to senior leadership.

Skills

Finance management

Budget reporting

Procurement

MS Excel

Project management

Education

GCSE in English and Maths

Tools

FMS

SIMS

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a Finance Officer to join them part time, 20 hours a week on a permanent basis, in Southall, London.

This role will be 20 hours per week in term times and 1 week in school Holidays.

Responsibilities

• To provide efficient management of the school finances including budget and other administrative functions
• Produce monthly budget reports highlighting any discrepancies or over/under spends.
• Support the Headteacher, SBM and Governing board.
• Produce annual budget with support of the bursarial team.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare among the children in the school.
• Place orders and pay bills, ensuring delivery is to the correct person.
• Provide financial advice and support to senior leadership.
• Act in accordance with the Schools Financial Value Statement (SFVS) and Ealing Financial Handbook guidance at all times.
• Monitor expenditure and ensure effective budgetary controls.
• Ensure procedures are followed for all deliveries, ensuring they are verified and signed for.
• Search for procurement ensuring best value for the school alongside SBM.
• Monitor staff salary report form and input into accounting software.
• Assist with school audit.
• Responsible for bank reconciliation checking statement against income and expenditure.
• Ensure all invoices are paid in a timely manner.
• Manage the school's cashflow and maximise the school’s interest within financial, legal, and regulatory constraints.
• Any other financial or administrative task that the Headteacher may need help with.

Qualifications / Desired Knowledge

• GCSE in English and Maths
• Proven experience in Finance, Human Resources or similar field or qualification
• Experience of managing multiple projects
• Good working knowledge of FMS and/or SIMS
• Experience with MS Packages e.g. Excel
• Ideal able interested in studying towards a CSBM/DSBM qualification
• Must be able to hold an enhanced DBS check

How to apply / Additional information

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please note: Due to the number of applications we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Job Details

Job Title: Finance Officer - 5385
Job Reference: 5385