Part-Time Early Years Funding Specialist

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority organisation is seeking a part-time Early Education Finance Officer in Dudley. The successful candidate will support the administration and monitoring of Early Education Funding, produce financial reports, and ensure compliance with statutory regulations. Candidates must have experience in finance, including the use of financial software and Microsoft Office. Strong communication skills are essential. The role involves providing guidance and support to early years providers and parents. Workplace attendance will require being in the office 3+ days a week or onsite full-time.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Support for training and development

Qualifications

• Experience producing financial reports for senior managers.
• Understanding of statutory financial regulations and GDPR.
• Ability to train and provide guidance to early years providers.

Responsibilities

• Support administration and monitoring of Early Education Funding.
• Ensure timely EEF payments for eligible children.
• Provide advice and assistance to parents through a helpline.

Skills

Experience in finance and accountancy

Skilled IT user

Excellent communication skills

Customer care skills

Education

Enhanced level DBS clearance

Tools

Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Finance and accounting software

Job description

A local authority organisation is seeking a part-time Early Education Finance Officer in Dudley. The successful candidate will support the administration and monitoring of Early Education Funding, produce financial reports, and ensure compliance with statutory regulations. Candidates must have experience in finance, including the use of financial software and Microsoft Office. Strong communication skills are essential. The role involves providing guidance and support to early years providers and parents. Workplace attendance will require being in the office 3+ days a week or onsite full-time.