School Finance Officer

Are you an enthusiastic responsible and detail-driven individual with strong administrative and financial skills A high-performing secondary school in Reading is looking to appoint a dedicated School Finance Officer to join their Business Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys financial processes teamwork and supporting the smooth daily running of a busy school.

In this central role you will ensure that financial procedures are carried out efficiently accurately and in full compliance with school and trust policies. You will work alongside the School Business Manager and a friendly collaborative administration team.

• Processing all purchase ledger transactions
• Supporting budget holders with financial updates and expenditure tracking
• Reconciling accounts managing petty cash and recording school income
• Preparing reports for senior leaders and governors
• Handling financial administration for school trips events and curriculum activities
• Supporting payroll verification and staff expense processes
• Managing supplier queries statements and contract documentation
• Maintaining audit-ready records and supporting internal audits
• Assisting with financial compliance linked to DfE and local authority guidelines

This role requires someone with strong organisational ability high accuracy and confidence in handling financial procedures in a busy environment.

• Excellent leadership and clear operational systems
• A professional efficient and well-structured administrative environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Strong communication within the staff body
• A positive supportive and friendly workplace culture

• Experienced School Finance Officers
• Finance Assistants or administrators with strong numeracy
• Professionals from corporate finance or charity finance seeking a school role
• Graduates with business finance or accounting backgrounds

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good IT capability especially Excel
• A proactive and reliable work ethic

Term-time only; competitive based on experience.

Please apply with your CV at your earliest convenience.

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Employment Type:

Full Time

Vacancy: 1