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Finance Officer (Maternity Cover – 12 to 14 Months)

Job Posted: 8 hours ago

Salary: £ 37,509 - 38,637 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: SE4, Brockley, Greater London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Finance Officer (Maternity Cover – 12 to 14 Months)

Location: London SE4
Salary: £37,509 – £38,637 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Start Date: 5 January 2025 (earlier start possible)
Contract: Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover: 12–14 months)

A Multi-Academy Trust in London SE4 is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join its central finance team on a maternity cover contract. This is a key role within a school environment, supporting both central and local finance operations, including accounts payable, payroll, budget monitoring, and financial reporting.

This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of school and MAT finance activities, supporting staff, suppliers, parents, and budget holders to ensure smooth financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

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    Process financial transactions, journals, and reconciliations in the finance system.

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    Raise purchase orders and process invoices in line with Trust financial procedures.

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    Manage cash, banking, receipts, and BACS payments.

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    Support weekly payment runs and monitor purchase order commitments.

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    Administer school trip finances and income collection via ParentMail/BACS.

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    Lead on credit control, debtor recovery, and chasing outstanding payments.

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    Maintain lettings/hire records, raise invoices, and follow up on overdue payments.

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    Provide advice and updates to budget holders on their budgets and commitments.

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    Investigate and resolve supplier and staff account queries.

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    Assist with payroll, pensions, and staff expenses administration.

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    Support month-end and year-end financial processes, including accruals and prepayments.

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    Prepare reconciliations for bank and control accounts.

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    Maintain accurate, confidential records and assist with audits.

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    Support school events, emergency procedures, and finance training as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

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    AAT Level 2/3 or equivalent (desirable).

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    Minimum 5 GCSEs including English and Maths.

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    Experience in finance administration, accounts payable, or school finance.

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    Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office; familiar with finance systems.

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    Understanding of financial processes in a school or educational environment.

Skills & Attributes

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    Excellent numeracy, accuracy, and attention to detail.

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    Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.

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    Effective communication skills with staff, parents, and suppliers.

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    Ability to analyse, interpret, and present financial data.

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    Professional, reliable, and able to handle confidential information.

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    Flexible, proactive, and solution-focused.

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    Commitment to safeguarding and professional development.

Safeguarding & DBS

This role is based in a school and involves working with sensitive information.
An Enhanced DBS check is required, and safeguarding responsibilities must be adhered to at all times.

Why Join Us?

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    Join a professional and supportive central finance team.

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    Work on a varied and interesting range of finance tasks across school and MAT operations.

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    Competitive salary with opportunities for skill development

Before You Apply

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Bank details.
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Date of birth.

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