Finance Officer
36 hrs a week
41 weeks per year (term-time + 2 weeks during holidays)
Surrey Grade S5
£ 26,777 – £ 28,686 FTE -Pro-rata £ 24,217 – £ 25,944
Note: you must have the relevant experience and be available for a face to face interview. No home working and no sponsorship.
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with financial administration experience to join our vibrant and supportive team. You will be engaged in a variety of tasks, as well as providing day-to-day support and backup for the School Finance Manager.
The role will comprise of, but is not limited to, activities and responsibilities such as:
1. Assisting the Finance Manager with the operating and monitoring of all school accounts and ensuring the safe receipt and handling of all monies and the reconciliation of transactions.
2. Management of the weekly BACS payment process.
3. Input and responsibility for transactions relating to bank statements and receipts.
4. Responsibility for managing the financial element of lettings on our school premises.
5. Overseeing the process of wider ordering and payments within the department, ensuring it is carried out with the assistance of other members of the finance team.
6. Working as part of a team processing invoices, ensuring accuracy and prompt resolution of queries.
7. Interacting with school staff, suppliers, agencies, and parents as necessary.
Applicants must have a flexible approach to work, be of smart appearance, and have excellent IT and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Previous experience within a financial background and a knowledge of basic financial principles is essential. Ideally, experience within an education background is desirable. Full training on school systems will be provided if required.
An application form can be found on the school’s website.
Applicants must ensure they include a statement detailing their suitability for the post in relation to the job description and person specification, with 2 sides of A4 as a maximum. Note: A CV is not acceptable.
Applications must be emailed to Mrs Z. Johnson-Walker, Headteacher.
Closing date: Friday 31st January 2025
Interview dates: TBC (this school reserves the right to interview promptly should a suitable candidate apply)
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