Finance Officer – Croydon
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Job Summary
Finance Officer Croydon
Full-time Permanent Immediate Start Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience)
An ambitious and inclusive 1119 mixed secondary school in Croydon is seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Officer to join their administrative team.
The school is well-regarded for its welcoming atmosphere strong community ethos and commitment to providing outstanding education and support to its students. Staff enjoy being part of a collaborative environment where professionalism efficiency and continuous improvement are valued.
The Finance Officer will play a key role in ensuring the effective management of the schools finances. This includes maintaining accurate financial records processing invoices managing budgets monitoring expenditure and supporting the Senior Leadership Team and School Business Manager with financial planning and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate financial records in line with school and local authority requirements
- Process purchase orders invoices and payments efficiently
- Support budget preparation forecasting and financial reporting
- Monitor departmental spending and provide up-to-date budget information to staff
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and audit requirements
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a finance or accounts role (school or education sector experience desirable)
- Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail
- Proficiency in financial software (e.g. FMS SIMS or similar) and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy school environment
- A relevant finance or accounting qualification (e.g. AAT) is desirable but not essential
The school offers:
- A supportive and friendly working environment
- Excellent opportunities for professional development
- Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
Application:
If you are interested please send your CV across as soon as possible.
Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Fiscal Management
- Accounting Software
- Financial Services
- Financial Concepts
- Financial Report Writing
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Agriculture
- Financial Analysis
- Budgeting
- Financial Management
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