School Finance Officer

Job Title: School Finance Officer

Location: Bury
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Pay Rate: £18 per hour

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced School Finance Officer to manage the day-to-day financial operations of a school in Bury. The role involves overseeing school accounts, advising senior leaders, and ensuring all financial procedures are followed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the school's accounting function in line with agreed procedures

• Provide financial reports and advice to the Senior Management Team

• Oversee ordering, invoicing, payments, and reconciliation of accounts

• Manage school fund accounts, income, fees, and recovery of debts

• Monitor budgets for trips, lettings, and school activities

• Liaise with auditors, finance partners, and external agencies

• Obtain quotes and advise staff on best value for money

• Line manage and support a small finance team where applicable

Qualifications / Training

• Good numeracy and literacy skills

• AAT Intermediate, NVQ Level 3 in Business & Finance, or equivalent qualification

• Alternatively, significant relevant experience in a finance role

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• 3-5 years' experience working in an office environment at a senior finance level

• Some experience of leading or supervising a small team

• Strong ICT skills and effective use of finance systems and specialist software

• Full working knowledge of relevant financial policies, codes of practice, and awareness of relevant legislation

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team within a school environment

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload

• Methodical approach with excellent attention to detail

• Excellent communication and presentational skills

• Ability to plan, develop, and improve financial systems

• Ability to relate well to both children and adults

Administration & Safeguarding

• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation

• Support general school administration when required

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people

• Comply with all safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection requirements