Finance Officer

FINANCE OFFICER

UP TO £35,000 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE

SOUTH WEST LONDON

TEMP TO PERM ROLE – FULL TIME-OFFICE BASED

I am currently recruiting for a Finance Officer to join a busy organisation within the Education sector. This role is initially being offered on a temporary basis, with the possibility of becoming a permanent position for the right candidate.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has strong accounts payable and financial administration experience. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance

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• To work as part of the Finance team to support the timely and accurate processing of orders, invoices and payments and the monthly reconciliation process
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• To be accountable for the computerised Xero system in order to:\n
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  • Raise purchase orders and place with suppliers once approved
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  • Match invoices with purchase orders and process for payment
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  • Set up new suppliers
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  • Create weekly BACS payment runs
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  • Assist with monthly reconciliation of non-staffing budget expenditure with the schools’ bank account
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  • Process petty cash payments
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  • Process journals for printing costs and IT resources ½ termly
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  • Produce appropriate charges for curriculum and administrative stationery provided to departments
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  • Produce ½ termly statements for budget holders
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• Liaise with suppliers and budget holders in the above regard
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• Investigate and resolve any queries as a result of the above
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• Support the Interim Finance Director with the administration of specific accounts
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• Relevant filing and record keeping
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Administration

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• As directed by the Finance Manager/Director of Finance, provide administrative support to facilitate the work of the school’s administrative function.
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• To undertake office administration tasks such as taking telephone calls and enquiries; sending communications home; issuing lunch cards
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• To assist the Interim Finance Director with ad hoc tasks as and when required.
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Person Specification:

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• Previous experience in a Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable or similar finance position within the education sector.
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• Proven experience using both PS Financials and Xero.
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• Experience processing invoices, purchase orders, supplier payments and reconciliations.
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• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data
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• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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• Strong communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with stakeholders.
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• A high level of discretion and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
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