School Finance Officer

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

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a School Finance Officer for a medium-sized school in South London. This role involves managing financial operations, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and previous school experience. Offering a competitive salary of £28,800 to £32,200 and a fixed-term contract, this position presents a stable opportunity within the education sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fixed-term contract

Opportunity to work in education sector

Convenient location

Qualifications

• Experience managing financial operations in a school or similar setting.
• Ability to produce accurate financial reports.
• Must be able to work on-site 5 days a week in South London.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including purchase and sales ledgers.
• Prepare financial reports and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Process invoices and payments timely.

Skills

Strong knowledge of accounting principles

Proficiency in financial software

Excellent organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Lovely school role
• Long term maternity cover

About Our Client

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.

Job Description

• 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

The Successful Applicant

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.

What's on Offer

• 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.