Finance Officer
Location: Hounslow, West London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Full-Time
A welcoming and highly regarded secondary school in Hounslow is seeking a dedicated Finance Officer to join their team on an immediate basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment where staff are valued and encouraged to develop professionally.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations, ensuring accurate record keeping and contributing to the effective management of school finances.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the school's financial operations, ensuring accurate record keeping and contributing to the effective management of school finances.
Key Responsibilities
Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments
Managing income collection and banking procedures
Maintaining accurate financial records and financial systems
Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
Reconciling accounts and resolving financial discrepancies
Liaising with suppliers, staff and external stakeholders
Supporting payroll and finance administration where required
Assisting with audits and year-end financial processes
Ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures
School Benefits
The school offers:
A supportive and collaborative leadership team
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
A well-resourced working environment
Access to staff wellbeing initiatives
Pension scheme and additional employee benefits
Excellent public transport links across Hounslow and the surrounding areas
The opportunity to be part of a successful and inclusive school community
Requirements
To be considered for this Finance Officer position, applicants should have:
Previous experience within finance, accounts or bookkeeping
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems
The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A professional and confidential approach when handling sensitive information
Desirable
Experience working within an educational setting
Knowledge of school finance systems such as FMS, Arbor Finance, PS Financials or similar
AAT qualification or equivalent finance-related qualification
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Finance Officer looking for an immediate start opportunity within a thriving school in Hounslow, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the role further.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background
