Strategic School Finance Lead

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Poole; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Staff discounts

Job summary

Twynham Learning invites applications for a permanent Finance Officer at Poole High School. The role focuses on financial planning, budgeting and ensuring compliance with financial regulations to support the school's excellence strategy.

You will oversee financial operations, prepare reports, and promote responsible financial management while safeguarding the welfare of children in line with safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting ability and experience in school finance.
• A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in financial management within an educational setting.
• Excellent skills in a range of IT packages and strong knowledge of financial software and systems.
• Knowledge of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the financial resource planning is in place to support Poole High School's excellence strategy.
• Oversee the financial operations of Poole High School.
• Manage the budget ensuring financial efficiencies, preparing financial reports, and ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations.
• Play a key part in supporting the school's educational mission by ensuring efficient and responsible financial management.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with safeguarding policies.

Job description

Twynham Learning invites applications for a permanent Finance Officer at Poole High School. The role focuses on financial planning, budgeting and ensuring compliance with financial regulations to support the school's excellence strategy.

You will oversee financial operations, prepare reports, and promote responsible financial management while safeguarding the welfare of children in line with safeguarding policies.