At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage school finances, ensuring compliance and preparing budgets and financial reports.
- Company: Join a supportive education sector team making a difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible part-time hours, competitive pay, and fantastic benefits.
- Other info: Work close to public transport with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in education while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance roles, strong communication, and proficiency in SIMS FMS and Tucasi.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced Qualified Part Time Senior Finance Officer who has experience maintaining the Companies accounts ideally within the Education sector. They are also ideally looking for someone who has experience using SIMS FMS and Tucasi.
The successful candidate will also have managerial responsibility for the full time Finance Officer and a Part Time Finance Assistant. The successful candidate will work 22 hours per week and 44 weeks of the year.
As the Part Time Senior Finance Officer, you will be responsible for:
- Compliance and ensuring that all accounting records and practices are compliant with statute, Governors policies, in-house procedures and the Finance Procedures Manual
- Preparation and monitoring of budget figures and prepare and monitor cashflow forecasts on a monthly basis and to provide the Business Manager with financial reports
- Financial management and oversee the successful operation of the School accounting systems (SIMS FMS version 6.182) and the School Fund accounting system (Tucasi version 2.4)
- Overseeing the work of the Finance Officer and Finance Assistant
- Financial Administration and undertake month end returns, authorise invoices for payment and prepare and submit VAT claims
- The annual accounts are prepared to trial balance and then the Financial Statements, as part of the 'Annual report & Financial Statements’ are prepared and audited by External Auditors
The successful Part Time Senior Finance Officer will have:
- Experience in a similar role
- Excellent communication and team working skills with an approachable, motivated and proactive attitude
- Experience using SIMS FMS and Tucasi
- Proficient with Microsoft Office including strong Excel skills essential
- Ability to work to deadlines, together with an organised and methodical approach to work
- A confident and professional manner, with the ability to build strong relationships
- Flexibility and an ability to prioritise essential
- Strong accuracy and attention to detail
Fantastic benefits plus this is an excellent opportunity for the right experienced person to work part-time within the Education sector. Hours are 22 hours over 44 weeks and is close to the main public transport links.
Part-time Senior Finance Officer in Sunbury-on-Thames employer: Howett Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Ltd
At Howett Thorpe, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that empowers our Senior Recruitment Consultants and Business Managers to thrive in a dynamic environment. With a modern office located in a vibrant area, we offer a collaborative work culture, generous benefits including a fantastic commission structure, health insurance, and ample holiday options, all designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being. Join us to take charge of your desk, influence the development of our qualified division, and enjoy a fulfilling career where your ambitions are matched by our commitment to your success.
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Howett Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Ltd Recruitment Team
