School Finance Officer (Temporary) - Flexible Hours

Confidential; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working pattern

Friendly school environment

Job summary

Confidential in Sheffield is seeking a Temporary Finance Officer for a 37-hour week role, with flexibility for part-time options. You will support the school’s finances from processing invoices to month-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

A welcoming environment and ongoing support from the recruitment partner are offered. Ideal candidates will have school/public sector finance exposure, solid Excel and system skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively while working independently.

Qualifications

• Finance experience, ideally within a school or public sector setting.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using financial systems and Microsoft Excel, ideally FMS.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• AAT qualification is desirable, though strong experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices and payments.
• Reconcile accounts and maintain financial records.
• Support budget monitoring and financial reporting.
• Manage income collection and banking procedures.
• Liaise with suppliers and resolve invoice queries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes.
• Support payroll administration where required.
• Ensure compliance with school financial regulations and procedures.

Skills

Finance experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Independent working

Budget monitoring

Payroll understanding

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

FMS experience

Job description

Confidential in Sheffield is seeking a Temporary Finance Officer for a 37-hour week role, with flexibility for part-time options. You will support the school’s finances from processing invoices to month-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

A welcoming environment and ongoing support from the recruitment partner are offered. Ideal candidates will have school/public sector finance exposure, solid Excel and system skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively while working independently.