Finance Officer

Location: Greater London

Finance Officer

Location:

Hayes, London Borough of Hillingdon

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract:

Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary:
Dependent on experience

A welcoming and well-established mainstream secondary school in Hayes is seeking an organised, proactive, and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join its busy school administration team as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional with a background in a school setting to play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the school, ensuring that processes run efficiently and financial records are maintained accurately.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a range of financial administration tasks, responding to finance-related queries from staff, parents, and external suppliers, and providing a professional and efficient service across the school. The role will involve working closely with colleagues across different departments, supporting purchasing and payment processes, maintaining accurate financial information using ARBOR, and helping to resolve queries in a timely and effective manner.

The school is looking for someone who is confident working in a fast-paced educational environment, can manage competing priorities, and understands the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent communication. Previous experience working in a school setting is essential, along with hands-on experience using ARBOR. This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable and motivated individual to join a supportive team and make a valuable contribution to the effective financial management and smooth running of the school.

About the Role

* Support the day-to-day financial administration and operations of the school.

* Handle and respond to finance-related queries from staff, parents, suppliers, and external contacts.

* Use ARBOR to maintain accurate records and process relevant financial information.

* Assist with invoices, purchase orders, payments, and financial transactions.

* Monitor expenditure and ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.

* Assist with account reconciliations and financial reporting.

* Liaise with suppliers to resolve queries and follow up on outstanding invoices and payments.

* Investigate discrepancies and ensure financial queries are resolved promptly.

* Maintain organised financial documentation and ensure confidentiality at all times.

* Work closely with the school’s leadership, finance, and administrative teams.

About You

* Previous experience working in a school setting is essential.

* Previous experience in school finance or finance administration.

* Hands-on experience using ARBOR is essential.

* Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.

* Confident handling financial queries professionally and efficiently.

* A good understanding of school finance procedures and administration.

* Strong IT skills, including confidence using spreadsheets and financial systems.

* Excellent communication and customer service skills.

* Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

* A proactive, reliable, and team-focused approach.

* Able to handle confidential and sensitive financial information with discretion.

What’s On Offer

* An immediate start in a full-time, long-term position.

* The opportunity to join a supportive secondary school team.

* A varied role combining finance administration and query management.

* A positive working environment with opportunities to contribute to the smooth running of the school.

* A rewarding opportunity for an experienced school finance professional.

To be considered, candidates must have previous experience working in a school setting and hands-on experience using ARBOR