School Finance Officer

School Finance Officer, Manchester City Centre Based. £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 ..... full job details .....