Finance Officer - Secondary School (Bristol)

Marchant Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Finance Officer for a prominent secondary school in Bristol. The role covers day-to-day financial administration, invoices, supplier payments, and monthly reporting within a busy finance team.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience in finance, excellent numerical skills and proficiency with Excel. You will handle confidential information and liaise with staff and suppliers in a professional manner.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy with financial data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and using financial/accounting systems.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain confidentiality.
• Professional written and verbal communication with staff and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day financial administration of the school.
• Process invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with purchase orders and supplier payments.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and payments.
• Reconcile financial information where required.
• Assist with bank and account reconciliations.
• Process staff expenses and other financial claims.
• Maintain supplier records and financial documentation.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting.
• Provide financial information to relevant staff.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding invoices and payment queries.
• Respond to finance-related enquiries professionally.
• Ensure financial documentation is filed correctly.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and staff information.
• Support the School Business Manager with financial administration.
• Assist with year-end financial preparation.
• Ensure transactions are processed in line with procedures.
• Identify discrepancies and raise them with the appropriate staff.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper records.
• Assist with audits and financial checks.

Skills

Excel skills

Financial systems

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Communication skills

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Finance Officer for a prominent secondary school in Bristol. The role covers day-to-day financial administration, invoices, supplier payments, and monthly reporting within a busy finance team.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience in finance, excellent numerical skills and proficiency with Excel. You will handle confidential information and liaise with staff and suppliers in a professional manner.