Finance Officer - Early Years Funding

CV Screen; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established independent educational institution in Leamington Spa is seeking a Finance Officer with Early Years Funding experience. This full-time position involves managing monthly accounts, payroll, and comprehensive reporting in a supportive team environment. Applicants should have a finance background, preferably in education, along with proficiency in financial software like Xero and Excel.

Benefits

28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in finance, preferably in education or childcare.
• Proficiency with financial systems such as Xero and strong Excel skills.
• Organised with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage monthly management accounts and related reports.
• Submit and reconcile Early Years Funding to the Local Authority.
• Process payroll, pension contributions, and staff expenses.

Skills

Organisational skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive approach

Education

Experience in a finance role

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Finance Officer – Early Years Funding

Location: Leamington Spa | Salary: £28,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Finance Officer looking to take the next step in your career? We’re recruiting for a Finance Officer with Early Years Funding experience, to join a well-established independent educational institution in Leamington Spa. With over 90 years of excellence in the sector, this organisation is known for delivering a bespoke learning experience and fostering strong community values. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit operations team in a full-time, 100% office-based role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage monthly management accounts and produce reports aligned to departmental budgets.

• Submit and reconcile Early Years Funding to the Local Authority and manage related reporting.

• Process payroll, pension contributions, and staff expenses accurately and in a timely manner.

• Manage income streams including invoicing for school fees and ensuring timely debt collection.

• Support the wider finance team with administrative duties, reporting and financial planning.

What Experience is Required

• Experience working in a finance role, ideally within an education or childcare environment.

• Proficiency with financial systems such as Xero and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Strong organisational skills with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £28,000 per annum

• Benefits include: 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), pension scheme, training and development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Location

Based in central Leamington Spa, this role is easily commutable from Warwick, Kenilworth, Coventry, Rugby, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Banbury.

How to Apply

Please send your CV in strict confidence to Kate Morgan at CV Screen for immediate consideration.

Alternate Job Titles

• School Finance Officer

• Education Finance Assistant

• Bookkeeper – Education Sector

• Early Years Funding Administrator