School Finance Officer - Cambridge

Randstad Education; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking a School Finance Officer in Cambridge to provide essential financial administrative support to its client schools. The role includes handling fee queries, preparing invoices, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Successful candidates will possess strong organisational and analytical skills, have experience with finance systems, and be eligible to work in the UK. This full-time position offers competitive pay rates and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Training and development courses

Dedicated consultant support

Onsite car parking

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience with school database software is desirable.
• Experience of finance systems and processes preferred.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for parent fee queries.
• Prepare termly invoices for academic fees.
• Maintain accurate pupil roll in collaboration with the Admissions Department.
• Ensure compliance with ISI regulatory standards for admissions.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Tools

SIMS software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Are you able to consistently and confidently provide high quality financial administrative support?

Do you have a good understanding of the financial functions and duties of a locally managed school?

Are you eligible to work in the UK?

Apply right away if the answer to these questions is a yes!!

We are expanding our team and are looking for dedicated and proactive School Finance Officer to provide essential support to our client schools throughout Cambridgeshire. We have various opportunities available, and this is an excellent chance to contribute to a thriving educational community.

You will be required to work from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm, Monday-Friday, in this full-time position that begins as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• To be a point of contact with parents for all fee queries and related matters
• Preparation of termly invoices for academic fees and extras such as lunches and wrap-around care, adhering to strict deadlines
• Working with the Admissions Department to maintain an accurate pupil roll
• Liaison with the Admissions team, Database Manager and Office teams on the process to create new pupil records in SIMS (the school's pupil database)
• Reconciliation of bills to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Assisting with the processing of purchase order and payment of invoices
• Keeping accurate records of pupils opting for lunches, and updating the catering team of lunch numbers every half term
• Ensuring the Admissions Register (pupil database) is maintained in compliance with ISI regulatory standards
• Assisting in delivering the project to move to electronic invoicing

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates / Weekly pay
• Training and development courses
• A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles
• Online availability with an App-based booking system
• Refer a friend scheme with a reward of £300 of shopping vouchers!
• Onsite car parking along with transport links

Main requirements

• Previous experience working with School database software (SIMS) is desirable but not essential
• Experience of Finance systems and processes preferred
• Outstanding organising and analytical skills
• Eligibility to work in the UK - this is essential
• Enhanced DBS on the update service
• Attention to detail and accuracy are paramount
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. A warm and engaging telephone manner
• Competence in standard office software (Word, Outlook and Excel) essential
• 2 proven relevant experience

About us

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a real difference at your next school, don’t wait - apply now! To apply for this position, please apply now or submit your CV via this site.

I look forward to hearing from you!