School Finance Officer
Posted Today by 1770268505
£19 Per hour
Undetermined
Undetermined
Bury, Greater Manchester
Summary: The School Finance Officer is responsible for managing the financial operations of a school in Bury, ensuring compliance with financial procedures and providing financial advice to senior leaders. This role includes overseeing accounts, managing budgets, and liaising with external agencies. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications or significant experience in finance, along with strong organizational and communication skills. The position requires a methodical approach and the ability to work effectively within a school environment.
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
Key Skills:
- Good numeracy and literacy skills
- AAT Intermediate, NVQ Level 3 in Business & Finance, or equivalent qualification
- Significant relevant experience in a finance role
- 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
Salary (Rate): £19 per hour
City: Bury
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Finance
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