Finance Officer jobs in United Kingdom

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you detail-oriented and passionate about supporting education behind the scenes? Looking for a role where your organisational and financial skills make a real difference, join our friendly and professional team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the smooth financial running of our school.

The Elizabethan Academy is seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join our friendly and professional team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the smooth financial running of our school.

As a Finance Assistant, you’ll provide accurate and efficient financial administration, helping us maintain compliance and deliver high‑quality services. From processing invoices to monitoring budgets, your work will directly support our students and staff.

What we’re looking for:

We need someone organised, adaptable, and confident with numbers. While experience in finance or education is an advantage, it’s not essential. We welcome applications from anyone with strong administrative skills and a willingness to learn.

• Process orders, invoices, and payments accurately using finance systems
• Monitor and reconcile petty cash and debit card transactions
• Assist with banking and school fund accounts
• Produce reports and spreadsheets to support decision‑making
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders professionally
• Maintain up‑to‑date filing and financial records
• Uphold confidentiality and compliance at all times

Please take a look at the job description for further information.

At The Elizabethan Academy, we’re committed to equality, safeguarding, and creating a supportive environment for both staff and students. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references from previous employers.

Full details are available, and you may apply online by visiting http://elizabethan.notts.sch.uk/vacancies or telephone Director of HR, Helen Upson on 01777 713705. Visits are warmly welcomed by appointment.

Closing date for applications: 9am Friday 12th December 2025. Interviews Wednesday 17th December 2025.

This information is required, including that related to warnings regarded as "spent" in order for the Academy to ensure safe recruitment and meet its obligations to safeguard children. However, you should be aware that any disciplinary history declared will not automatically prevent or inhibit appointment and will depend on the dates and circumstances related to the disciplinary action, outcomes and the type of post being applied for. Note that you are also required to include information if you were subject to a disciplinary process but resigned before it was completed.