School Finance Officer

Page Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in South London is seeking a School Finance Officer for a long-term maternity cover role. The successful candidate will manage financial operations, prepare financial reports, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong accounting knowledge, proficiency in financial software and Excel, and excellent organizational skills. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fixed-term contract

Work in a not-for-profit environment

Convenient location in London

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial operations.
• Prepare accurate financial reports for review.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Process invoices and payments in a timely manner.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles

Proficiency in financial software

Excellent organizational 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.