School Finance Officer

Michael Page; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit educational institution in South London is seeking a detail-oriented School Finance Officer to manage financial processes and ensure accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, proficiency in financial software, and excellent organisational skills. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £28,800 to £32,200 per annum and a fixed-term contract for stability and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fixed-term contract

Work-life balance

Convenient location in London

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, monthly management accounts.
• Prepare accurate financial reports and statements for review.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and organisational policies.
• Process invoices and payments in a timely manner.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Microsoft Excel

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Financial software

Job description

The School Finance Officer will be responsible for managing financial processes and ensuring accurate financial reporting within a not-for-profit educational setting. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a background in accounting and finance.

Client Details

The employer is a school in South London. It is a medium-sized institution with a focus on providing high-quality services and maintaining robust financial practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, monthly management accounts.
• Prepare accurate financial reports and statements for review.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and organisational policies.
• Process invoices, payments in a timely manner

Qualifications

A successful School Finance Officer should have:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work 5 days a week on site South London location
• School experience is desirable
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from £28,800 to £32,200 per annum.
• Fixed-term contract offering stability and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work in the education sector within a not-for-profit environment.
• Based in London, providing a convenient and accessible work location.

If you are ready to take on the role of School Finance Officer in London and contribute to the not-for-profit education sector, we encourage you to apply today.