School Finance Officer - Payroll & Reconciliations

Fernwood School; Wollaton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incremental Pay Progression

Generous Occupational Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card

Job summary

The Fernwood School in Wollaton, Nottingham, is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join our on-site Finance Team. You will help deliver a high-quality finance service, ensuring accurate, reliable and timely financial information to support pupils and staff.

You will manage reconciliations, payroll, VAT 126, month-end procedures and audits while collaborating with the Chief Financial Officer to strengthen financial controls and develop your professional expertise within a supportive

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 or equivalent finance qualification or progress towards a recognised accounting qualification with relevant work experience or qualified by experience with substantial finance experience.
• Good understanding of accounting processes and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience of month end processes, journals, reconciling control accounts and maintaining financial records.
• Ability to apply appropriate accounting treatment to financial transactions.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Proactive approach and commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support reconciliations, payroll, VAT 126, month-end procedures and audit requirements.
• Deliver a high-quality finance service ensuring accurate and timely financial information.
• Work alongside the Chief Financial Officer to strengthen technical expertise and financial controls.
• Maintain and improve financial records and processes across the organisation.

Skills

Reconciliation

Payroll processing

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

AAT Level 4 or equivalent

Experience in academy/school finance

Job description

The Fernwood School in Wollaton, Nottingham, is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join our on-site Finance Team. You will help deliver a high-quality finance service, ensuring accurate, reliable and timely financial information to support pupils and staff.

You will manage reconciliations, payroll, VAT 126, month-end procedures and audits while collaborating with the Chief Financial Officer to strengthen financial controls and develop your professional expertise within a supportive