Part-Time School Bookkeeper & Finance Coordinator

Suffolk County Council; Bury; On-site; GBP 9,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking a finance officer for South Lee Prep School and Nursery in Bury. The role involves managing purchase ledger invoices, payroll, and departmental budgets. Applicants should have strong attention to detail and IT competency. Benefits include professional development and longer holidays than the maintained sector. Apply by email before 12.00 pm on 5 December 2025.

Benefits

Longer holidays than the maintained sector

Professional development opportunities

Fee concessions

Free on-site parking

Wellbeing gym sessions

Delicious cooked lunches

Company pension scheme with free financial advice

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• High level of IT competency required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a sense of humour.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger invoices and payments.
• Bank reconciliation and allocation of fee receipts.
• Manage payroll changes and payment runs.
• Assist with departmental budgets and annual audit.
• Procurement and cost management.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT competency (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Education

AAT or similar qualification

Job description

A local authority in England is seeking a finance officer for South Lee Prep School and Nursery in Bury. The role involves managing purchase ledger invoices, payroll, and departmental budgets. Applicants should have strong attention to detail and IT competency. Benefits include professional development and longer holidays than the maintained sector. Apply by email before 12.00 pm on 5 December 2025.