Temporary Finance Officer

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in West Yorkshire is seeking a proactive Interim Finance Officer (Part-Time) to assist the finance team during the year-end period. The role involves processing invoices, compiling financial data, and supporting various finance operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong Excel skills and relevant finance experience. This is a short-term on-site role for 25 hours per week, offering up to £30,000 pro rata.

Qualifications

• Essential: strong Excel skills.
• Experience in school finance or similar environments preferred.
• Must have a proactive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Process and authorise invoices.
• Compile financial data into spreadsheets.
• Support the team with ParentPay and bursaries.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Experience in school finance

Proactive attitude

Ability to work independently

Tools

Access Education

Job description

Job Opportunity

Interim Finance Officer (Part-Time)
Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: Circa £30,000 (pro rata)
Contract: Short-term, part-time 25 hours (on-site only)

We are currently working with a school who is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Interim Finance Officer to support the finance team during a busy year-end period. This short-term role is ideal for someone with strong Excel skills and a hands‑on approach to financial operations.

The Role

You will assist with:

• Processing and authorising invoices
• Compiling financial data into spreadsheets
• Supporting the team with ParentPay, bursaries, and the new finance system (Access Education)
• Experience of supporting with management accounts production would be beneficial.

What We're Looking For

• Strong Excel skills (essential)
• Experience in school finance or similar environments
• A proactive, can‑do attitude
• Ability to work independently
• Willingness to be on-site – 25 hours per week

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in a short space of time, helping the finance team to close out the year with accuracy and confidence.

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