Finance Officer at The Romsey School

The Romsey School; Romsey; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension

Free Enhanced DBS

onsite parking

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme App

Cycle to work scheme

flu vaccinations and eye tests

Discounted meals

Opportunities for further education

Job summary

The Gateway Trust, based at The Romsey School in Romsey, is seeking a Finance Officer to join our central finance team. You will support budgeting, management accounts, invoicing, payroll, and year-end processes across the Trust’s schools.

Join a dedicated team and contribute to valuable financial administration, audits, VAT returns, and management information while coordinating with the Finance Director. We offer strong benefits and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade A–C/9–4 in Maths and English.
• AAT Level 2 or 3 (or working towards), or equivalent finance experience.
• Experience in a finance or administrative role, including data entry and reconciling transactions.
• Good attention to detail, numeracy and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, team-focused approach and the ability to manage a varied workload to deadlines.
• Experience of academy/MAT finance, Access Finance or payroll administration is a plus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Finance Director with budgeting, monthly management accounts and end-of-month reporting.
• Administering purchasing, invoicing and payment arrangements, including coding invoices and raising credit notes.
• Assisting with supplier payment runs via BACS and checking supplier statements.
• Reconciling bank accounts, control accounts and the trial balance on a monthly basis.
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and departmental inventories.
• Supporting the monthly payroll cycle, pension scheme administration and payroll queries.
• Helping with end-of-year processes, audit preparation and liaison with external auditors.
• Providing ad-hoc financial reports and analysis, and helping ensure compliance with the Academies Financial Handbook.

Skills

GCSEs Maths & English

AAT Level 2/3

Finance experience

MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in Maths & English (Grade A–C/9–4)

AAT Level 2/3

Tools

Access Finance

Payroll systems

Job description

14 Days Remaining 14 Days Remaining Job Reference # EDV/2026/RS/71134 Location Greatbridge Road, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 8ZB Contract Type Permanent Contract Term Full-Time Salary £28,696.00 - £31,572.00 Annually (FTE) Hours Per Week Grade D1 - D5 Weeks Per Year 52 Closing Date Midnight, Sun 4th Oct, 2026 Positions Available 1 Positions Available 1

Finance Officer The Gateway Trust Location: The Romsey School, with occasional travel to other Trust schools Salary: Grade D1 - D5 (£28,696 - £31,572 FTE) Hours: 37 hours per week (Mon–Thu 8.00am–4.00pm, Fri 8.00am–3.30pm); part-time considered for the right candidate Weeks per year: 52

The Gateway Trust is looking for an organised and numerate Finance Officer to join our central finance team, based at The Romsey School. You'll work closely with the Finance Director to provide day-to-day financial administration across the Trust's schools — from management accounts and invoicing to bank reconciliations, payroll support and VAT returns. It's a varied, hands-on role at the heart of a Trust that's genuinely invested in the schools and communities it serves.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the Finance Director with budgeting, monthly management accounts and end-of-month reporting
• Administering purchasing, invoicing and payment arrangements, including coding invoices and raising credit notes
• Assisting with supplier payment runs via BACS and checking supplier statements
• Reconciling bank accounts, control accounts and the trial balance on a monthly basis
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and departmental inventories
• Supporting the monthly payroll cycle, pension scheme administration and payroll queries
• Helping with end-of-year processes, audit preparation and liaison with external auditors
• Providing ad-hoc financial reports and analysis, and helping ensure compliance with the Academies Financial Handbook

For the full list of duties, please see the job description attached.

What You’ll Need

• GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade A–C/9–4 in Maths and English
• AAT Level 2 or 3 (or working towards), or equivalent finance experience
• Experience in a finance or administrative role, including data entry and reconciling transactions
• Good attention to detail, numeracy and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• A proactive, team-focused approach and the ability to manage a varied workload to deadlines
• Experience of academy/MAT finance, Access Finance or payroll administration is a plus, but not essential

Why Join The Gateway Trust

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• LGPS Pension
• Free Enhanced DBS
• Onsite parking
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme App and GP App
• Cycle to work scheme, flu vaccinations and assistance towards eye tests and glasses
• Discounted meals
• Opportunities for further education and professional development

The Gateway Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment.

The Gateway Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Safeguarding Statement The Gateway Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Gateway Trust ensures that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Claire Bastock

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Greatbridge Road, Romsey Hampshire SO51 8ZB 01794512334 [e-mail] http://www.theromseyschool.org