School Finance Officer – Ledger, Reconciliations & Front Desk

Worksop College and Ranby House; Worksop; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fee concessions for your children

Workplace pension scheme

Gym access

Free meals on duty

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Worksop College and Ranby House is seeking a Finance Officer to manage the purchase ledger, reconcile supplier statements, and process invoices and payments at two busy sites in Worksop. The role supports school finances, with a front desk function for the finance team and daily cash handling.

It benefits from a supportive environment in a two-site community. Experience with Excel and petty cash is essential, along with strong numeracy, confidentiality and the ability to prioritise high volumes

Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Excel.
• Experience processing bank requisitions and petty cash.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to confidentiality and handling sensitive information.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work.
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the purchase ledger daily and input invoices into the accounting software accurately.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure purchase orders are authorised by the correct budget holder and matched to invoices.
• Review the purchase ledger regularly and resolve supplier queries.
• Handle pupil pocket money requests and reconciliations.
• Maintain and reconcile cash accounts and floats.
• Bank cash and cheques promptly.
• Act as front desk for the finance department, helping pupils and staff.
• Collect and distribute the department's post daily.
• Keep records in line with school policies and audit requirements.
• Follow financial regulations, policies and procedures.

Skills

Excel

Banking

Petty cash

Numeracy

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Communication

Organisation

Prioritisation

Multitasking

Education

AAT Level 3

Job description

Worksop College and Ranby House is seeking a Finance Officer to manage the purchase ledger, reconcile supplier statements, and process invoices and payments at two busy sites in Worksop. The role supports school finances, with a front desk function for the finance team and daily cash handling.

It benefits from a supportive environment in a two-site community. Experience with Excel and petty cash is essential, along with strong numeracy, confidentiality and the ability to prioritise high volumes