Job Description

Are you a skilled school finance professional looking for a rewarding role in a vibrant school setting? We are seeking an experienced school Finance Officer to join a secondary school in North London.

Finance Officer: Secondary School

Location: Haringey

Contract: Long Term

Full Time Rate: £28000 - £29000 per annum, pro rata, depending on experience

Hours: 8.15am - 4.00pm

This is a maternity cover, until the end of the academic year in July 2025, but possibly longer.

About the School:

Located in Haringey, the school prides itself on providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for students to thrive academically and socially. With good facilities and a diverse community, we celebrate the achievements of all our students and staff.

The Role:

As Finance Officer, you will assist with the school's financial operation. This role involves overseeing daily finance operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, bank reconciliation etc.

** EXPERIENCE IN A SIMILAR ROLE IN A SECONDARY SCHOOL IS ESSENTIAL **

The school will only consider candidates with a finance background in schools.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with daily financial operations, including payments, cashflow, and systems. Provide financial advice and maintain controls across departments. Assist in the creation and amendment of financial policies. Assist with efforts to increase income and reduce costs. Oversee payroll, ensuring timely payments. Assist with budgets, management accounts, and reports. Coordinate audits and financial returns. Ensure data protection compliance and support subject access requests.

Person Specification:

Experience in a secondary school in a similar role is essential.

Strong communication skills to explain financial information to non-finance staff.

Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.

Knowledge of education finance and reporting.Leadership skills to manage and support finance team members.

How to Apply:

To apply, please send your CV and Cover Letter to Stuart Edge at Tradewind Recruitment: (phone number removed) (opt 2) / (url removed)