School Senior Finance Officer

An education organisation is seeking an experienced School Senior Finance Officer to provide interim support to its finance function. This is a hands-on role requiring a finance professional who can confidently manage day-to-day operations, oversee key financial processes, and support the wider finance team during a period of change.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day finance operations of the organisation
• Support budget monitoring, forecasting and financial reporting activities
• Assist with the preparation of management information and periodic financial reports
• Coordinate payroll-related processes, including pre-payroll checks and reconciliations
• Supervise and provide guidance to members of the finance team
• Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in line with organisational procedures
• Identify process improvements and implement effective financial controls where required
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to support the delivery of financial objectives
• Utilise FMS (SIMS Finance System) to manage financial transactions and reporting

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience working within a school or education finance environment
• Strong working knowledge of FMS (SIMS Finance System)
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting processes
• Good understanding of payroll administration and associated controls
• Previous experience managing or supervising finance staff
• Ability to work autonomously and use initiative
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Enhanced DBS certificate, ideally on the Update Service

Location: Ilford

Working Pattern: On-site

Rate: £19 - £21 per hour

Start: Immediate