At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the school's finance function with invoicing, reconciliations, and budget monitoring.
- Company: Outstanding secondary school in Birmingham with a supportive leadership team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, local government pension, professional development, and staff wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Excellent transport links and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on the school's financial health.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance roles, strong numerical skills, and attention to detail.
An Outstanding secondary school in Birmingham is looking to appoint a capable and detail-focused Finance Officer to join its business support team from October Half Term 2026. This is a varied position supporting the day-to-day running of the school's finance function, with responsibility for accurate financial administration, supplier payments, reconciliations and budget monitoring. The role would suit an experienced Finance Officer, Finance Administrator or Accounts Assistant who is looking to develop their career within an education setting.
The Role
- Processing invoices, purchase orders and payments
- Completing bank and financial reconciliations
- Monitoring expenditure against departmental budgets
- Supporting budget holders with financial queries
- Preparing financial reports and management information
- Assisting with payroll and pension administration
- Managing supplier accounts and resolving payment queries
- Supporting procurement and obtaining quotations
- Maintaining accurate financial records
- Preparing documentation for audits and financial reviews
About You
You'll have previous experience in a finance or accounts role, with strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail. School or academy experience would be advantageous, but candidates with relevant finance experience from other sectors are encouraged to apply. You should be confident using Excel and financial systems, comfortable handling confidential information and able to manage deadlines without compromising accuracy.
Salary & Benefits
£32,000 – £38,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent position
October Half Term 2026 start
Local Government Pension Scheme
Professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Staff wellbeing initiatives
Supportive leadership team
Excellent transport links across Birmingham
Apply today with your CV. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 48 hours.
Finance Officer | Outstanding Secondary School | Birmingham employer: Marchant Recruitment
Join an Outstanding secondary school in Birmingham as a Finance Officer, where you will be part of a supportive and dynamic business support team dedicated to fostering a positive educational environment. With competitive salary packages, professional development opportunities, and a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, this role offers a meaningful career path in education while benefiting from excellent transport links throughout the city. Experience a collaborative work culture that values your contributions and encourages growth within the finance sector.
