At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage school finances, maintain records, and support the administration team.
- Company: Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Bristol with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Friendly atmosphere with excellent communication and career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a high-performing team and make a real impact on school operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance or administration with strong numerical skills.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Are you an organised and financially minded professional who enjoys supporting efficient school operations? A thriving and Ofsted Outstanding secondary school in Bristol is seeking a dedicated School Finance Officer to join their experienced central administration team from January. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values accuracy, teamwork, and contributing to a high-performing school.
The Role
As a School Finance Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial systems and supporting the wider administration and operations team in delivering excellent financial and organisational outcomes. Key duties include:
- Creating and processing purchase orders, invoices, credit notes, and payments
- Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting audit preparation
- Monitoring budgets, assisting with forecasting, and producing data reports
- Managing banking, reconciliations, and cashless payment systems
- Supporting financial arrangements for trips, visits, and extracurricular programmes
- Handling supplier communication and resolving account queries
- Supporting payroll-related administrative tasks and staff expense claims
- Ensuring compliance with internal and external financial regulations
School Information
This Bristol school is known for:
- Exceptional leadership and well-structured operational systems
- A friendly, collaborative, and professional office environment
- Strong support for administrative and operational staff
- Excellent communication across departments
- A modern, well-resourced work environment
- Staff frequently comment on the school’s respectful culture and the value placed on support staff roles.
Who Should Apply?
This role is ideal for:
- Experienced finance professionals
- School administrators looking to specialise in finance
- Candidates with strong numerical and organisational skills
- Individuals with experience using school systems such as Arbor, Bromcom, SIMS, or PSF
You will need:
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong IT and spreadsheet skills
- Good communication and a positive attitude
- Reliability, confidentiality, and professionalism
Salary
Competitive and dependent on experience; term-time only.
Application
Submit your CV as soon as possible. Early applications are heavily encouraged.
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