Manchester School Finance Officer – Ledger & Budget Support

Marchant Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading Independent School in Manchester is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join its finance and operations team. The role covers day-to-day financial administration, purchase and sales ledgers, reconciliations, and supporting budget management.

You will process invoices, manage ledgers, conduct bank reconciliations, handle BACS payments, and assist with month-end reporting. Close collaboration with the Bursar and senior leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous school finance experience preferred.
• Strong Excel skills required.
• Experience using finance software.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices and purchase orders.
• Managing purchase and sales ledgers.
• Carrying out bank reconciliations.
• Processing BACS and supplier payments.
• Managing fee and payment queries.
• Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Supporting month-end processes.
• Assisting with financial reporting.
• Working closely with the Bursar and senior leadership.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Tools

Finance software

Job description

Leading Independent School in Manchester is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join its finance and operations team. The role covers day-to-day financial administration, purchase and sales ledgers, reconciliations, and supporting budget management.

You will process invoices, manage ledgers, conduct bank reconciliations, handle BACS payments, and assist with month-end reporting. Close collaboration with the Bursar and senior leadership is essential.