Finance Officer | Barnoldswick

TRADEWIND RECRUITMENT; Salterforth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated alternative provision in Barnoldswick seeks a School Finance Officer. This permanent role involves processing invoices, assisting with budget tracking, and supporting payroll. The ideal candidate has experience in finance, strong organisational skills, and proficiency with financial software. Competitive salary, starting October 1st, 2025. Commitment to safeguarding children is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance or administrative role, preferably within a school or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial procedures and accounting principles.
• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with financial software (e.g., FMS, Sage) and Microsoft Excel is highly desirable.
• A proactive, reliable, and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Processing all purchase orders, invoices, and expense claims.
• Assisting with budget monitoring, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Handling school banking, petty cash, and financial reconciliations.
• Supporting the preparation of monthly payroll information.
• Providing a high level of administrative support to the school office and senior leadership team.

Skills

Financial procedures and accounting principles

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency with financial software

Microsoft Excel

Tools

FMS

Sage

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a diligent and experienced School Finance Officer to join our team at a dedicated alternative provision in Barnoldswick. This is a crucial permanent role for a financial professional who is passionate about supporting education and making a real difference.

Responsibilities

• Invoicing and Payments: Processing all purchase orders, invoices, and expense claims.
• Budget Tracking: Assisting with budget monitoring, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Banking: Handling school banking, petty cash, and financial reconciliations.
• Payroll: Supporting the preparation of monthly payroll information.
• General Administration: Providing a high level of administrative support to the school office and senior leadership team.

About Our School

Located in Barnoldswick, our alternative provision provides a supportive and nurturing environment for students who have faced challenges in mainstream education. We are dedicated to a holistic approach, where every student is given the opportunity to succeed. Our team is committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of our young people, and your role will be vital in supporting this mission.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a finance or administrative role, preferably within a school or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial procedures and accounting principles.
• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with financial software (e.g., FMS, Sage) and Microsoft Excel is highly desirable.
• A proactive, reliable, and professional approach.

Apply Today

If you are a skilled financial professional ready to contribute your expertise to a meaningful and rewarding cause, we encourage you to apply. This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary and the chance to become a valued member of our school community.

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (28,000) Closing Date: Open ended Start Date: 01/10/2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.