Finance Officer

Job Description

Finance Officer

Scale 6 Point 13 (£26,873 pro rata)

8 hours per week (working pattern to be negotiated with successful candidate) Temporary contract for 9-12 months to cover maternity leave

Start Date: 1st September, 2024.

We are seeking to appoint an individual with integrity and financial acumen, who is able to become part of our hardworking team.

Reporting to the Head teacher and Governors your responsibilities will include:

· Sharing the management of the school's daily financial administration and be responsible for all relevant financial and accounting procedures

· Preparing reports for governors and attending governor meetings.

· Budget preparation and analysis

· Liaising with major suppliers

· Preparation of financial appraisals for projects, as required

· Ensuring probity including Best Value

· Responsibility for the accurate completion and validity of payroll returns for the payment of all salaries and wages including PAYE, NIC and Superannuation.

· Completing statutory returns for the LA and DFE within given time frames.

The successful candidate should be:

· experienced in financial management and budgeting

· knowledgeable about FMS & SIMS.

· someone with a can do and flexible attitude

· professional and reliable

· willing to work both collaboratively with others and autonomously

· able to complete complex returns, write complex letters and reports

· able to have an understanding of the procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality and ensuring compliance

The closing date for this vacancy is 01/07/24 but the school reserve the right to contact suitable candidates earlier than the specified closing date.

We are committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following Safer Recruitment procedures, all appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references