School Finance Officer
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchestertemporaryPosted: 24 June 2026
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£34,000 + DOE
Our client is seeking an experienced School Finance Officer to support their finance function within a busy educational setting. The successful candidate will have proven experience working within a school environment and be confident managing a range of finance and bursary-related responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who understands the unique requirements of the education sector.
Responsibilities as a School Finance Officer
* Managing the day-to-day financial administration of the school
* Processing purchase orders, invoices, payments, and reconciliations
* Supporting budget monitoring and assisting with financial reporting
* Administering bursary and funding processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance
* Maintaining pupil finance records and managing fee-related queries where applicable
* Liaising with staff, parents, suppliers, and external stakeholders regarding financial matters
* Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
* Ensuring financial procedures are followed in line with school policies and statutory requirements
Essential Requirements for a School Finance Officer
* Previous experience working within a school, college, or educational setting within a finance focused role
* Experience administering bursaries, grants, or educational funding will prove a strong advantage
* Strong understanding of financial processes and systems
* Enhanced DBS certificate
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Desirable
* AAT qualification or equivalent finance qualification
* Experience using school finance systems such as SIMS, FMS, Arbor, or PS Financials
* Knowledge of school funding regulations and education sector finance procedures
Interested? Please apply now.
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£34,000 + DOE
Our client is seeking an experienced School Finance Officer to support their finance function within a busy educational setting. The successful candidate will have proven experience working within a school environment and be confident managing a range of finance and bursary-related responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who understands the unique requirements of the education sector.
Responsibilities as a School Finance Officer
* Managing the day-to-day financial administration of the school
* Processing purchase orders, invoices, payments, and reconciliations
* Supporting budget monitoring and assisting with financial reporting
* Administering bursary and funding processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance
* Maintaining pupil finance records and managing fee-related queries where applicable
* Liaising with staff, parents, suppliers, and external stakeholders regarding financial matters
* Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
* Ensuring financial procedures are followed in line with school policies and statutory requirements
Essential Requirements for a School Finance Officer
* Previous experience working within a school, college, or educational setting within a finance focused role
* Experience administering bursaries, grants, or educational funding will prove a strong advantage
* Strong understanding of financial processes and systems
* Enhanced DBS certificate
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Desirable
* AAT qualification or equivalent finance qualification
* Experience using school finance systems such as SIMS, FMS, Arbor, or PS Financials
* Knowledge of school funding regulations and education sector finance procedures
Interested? Please apply now.
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