Finance Officer - Accounting Technician

Corinium Education Trust; Cotswold District; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schools Mutual health support

Collaborative working environment

Professional development opportunities

Diverse family of schools

Wellbeing and personal growth culture

Job summary

Corinium Education Trust is seeking a Finance Officer (Accounting Technician) to join the Central Finance Team. You will maintain accurate financial records, support budget processes, and ensure compliance with regulations to benefit our schools across the South Cotswolds region.

With support from the Finance Manager, you will handle month-end tasks, reconciliations, VAT, fixed assets, and financial systems improvements. AAT Level 4 or equivalent experience is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, accounting or financial administration.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting and Reconciliations.
• Journal Preparation and Ledger Management.
• VAT Returns and Fixed Asset Administration.
• Month-End and Year-End Financial Processes.
• Audit Preparation and Compliance.
• Payroll and Financial Data Reconciliation.
• Financial Systems and Process Improvement.
• Support for Trust Financial Planning and Forecasting.
• Contributing to Strong Financial Governance and Internal Controls.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Financial controls

Budget management

Education

AAT Level 4 qualification

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated, organised and detail-focused Finance Officer (Accounting Technician) to join the Central Finance Team at Corinium Education Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing and ambitious Multi-Academy Trust and support our schools.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider Trust colleagues, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting budget management processes and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Your work will directly support our schools in delivering outstanding educational experiences for children and young people across our communities.

This role would suit an experienced finance professional with strong technical accounting skills, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement. Whether you hold an AAT qualification or have developed your expertise through significant finance experience, we would welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference through effective financial management.

Core Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting and Reconciliations
• Journal Preparation and Ledger Management
• VAT Returns and Fixed Asset Administration
• Month-End and Year-End Financial Processes
• Audit Preparation and Compliance
• Payroll and Financial Data Reconciliation
• Financial Systems and Process Improvement
• Support for Trust Financial Planning and Forecasting
• Contributing to Strong Financial Governance and Internal Controls

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

Has experience working within a finance, accounting or financial administration environment. Has strong knowledge of account principles and financial controls and can demonstrate excellent organisational skills and expectational attention to detail.

Ideally you will hold an AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) or can demonstrate significant relevant finance experience.

Full details can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

About Corinium Education Trust

At Corinium Education Trust, we are proud to be an ambitious and inclusive family of schools serving Cirencester and the South Cotswolds. Our vision is to create a

collaborative community where we learn together for the benefit of all, transforming lives and strengthening communities through excellent education.

Our values underpin everything we do. We:

• Put children and young people first.
• Inspire a lifelong love of learning and fellowship.
• Challenge everyone to achieve more than they first think possible.
• Act with courage and kindness.
• Value diversity and inclusion.
• Work collaboratively and innovatively to achieve our goals.

By joining our Trust, you will become part of a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that is committed to developing great people, embracing digital innovation, and creating opportunities for professional growth and career development.

What We Offer

Our staff are at the heart of our success. We offer:

• Membership to Schools Mutual, providing health and wellbeing support.
• A positive, inclusive and collaborative working environment.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• The opportunity to work across a diverse and successful family of schools.
• A culture that values wellbeing, teamwork, innovation and personal growth.

Our commitment to equity, inclusion and diversity underpins everything we do. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive.

Further information about our Trust can be found on our website: www.coriniumeducationtrust.net

Closing Date: Monday, 9 November 2026 Interview Date: Week commencing Monday, 16 November 2026