Finance Officer – Maternity Cover (School & MAT)

Talented People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in London is seeking a Finance Officer for maternity cover for 12-14 months. This full-time role involves key financial operations, including accounts payable, payroll, and budget monitoring within a school setting. The position requires strong financial skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 GCSEs, AAT qualifications, and experience in finance administration. Join a supportive team and enjoy a competitive salary with development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for skill development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in finance administration, accounts payable, or school finance.
• Understanding of financial processes in a school or educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions, journals, and reconciliations.
• Manage cash, banking, receipts, and BACS payments.
• Prepare reconciliations for bank and control accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end financial processes.

Skills

Excellent numeracy

Attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Effective communication skills

Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office

Education

AAT Level 2 / 3 or equivalent

Minimum 5 GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

A multi-academy trust in London is seeking a Finance Officer for maternity cover for 12-14 months. This full-time role involves key financial operations, including accounts payable, payroll, and budget monitoring within a school setting. The position requires strong financial skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 GCSEs, AAT qualifications, and experience in finance administration. Join a supportive team and enjoy a competitive salary with development opportunities.