Finance Officer – Wonderful Secondary School - Manchester

Marchant Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Manchester is seeking a Finance Officer to oversee financial management and support administrative operations. You will handle day-to-day activities including processing invoices, managing budgets, and preparing reports for senior leadership. Candidates should have experience in finance, strong knowledge of financial software, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a school context.
• Strong knowledge of financial software.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial activities of the school.
• Process invoices, handle payments, reconcile bank statements.
• Prepare financial reports for leadership and governors.
• Assist with budget management and forecasting.
• Liaise with suppliers, parents, and staff on financial queries.

Skills

Financial software proficiency (SIMS, FMS, IRIS)

Accounting principles knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive and flexible

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly organised and experienced Finance Officer to join a vibrant secondary school in Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to play a crucial role in the schools financial management and administrative operations. The school is known for its supportive working environment and commitment to both staff and student well-being.

The Role

The school is looking for a dedicated Finance Officer to manage the day-to-day financial activities of the school. You will be a key member of the administrative team ensuring financial compliance and providing support to the wider school community. Your responsibilities will include :

• Managing the school's finances including processing invoices, handling payments and reconciling bank statements.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing reports for the senior leadership team and governors.
• Assisting with budget management and financial forecasting to ensure the school's long-term stability.
• Handling all financial transactions related to school trips, events and a variety of school activities.
• Liaising with suppliers, parents and staff regarding financial queries and transactions.

The ideal candidate will have experience using school-specific financial software such as SIMS FMS IRIS Financials Sage for Education or Access Education Finance.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for this role you should have :

• Proven experience working in a finance or accounting role, preferably within a school or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial software and systems and an excellent understanding of accounting principles.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work and the ability to manage a busy workload.

Salary & Application

The salary for this position is competitive and will be based on the school's support staff pay scale commensurate with your experience and qualifications.

If you are a skilled Finance Officer looking for a new challenge in a supportive school environment please send your application through to us today! We are actively interviewing for this role and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Key Skills

Abinitio, Facilities Management, Hotel Front Office, Data Analysis, Brokerage

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1