Location: Ealing West London
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: Paid to scale on the school support staff pay framework dependent on experience
A well-established secondary school in Ealing is seeking a Finance Officer to join its experienced finance and operations team from January 2026.
Job Overview
This is a key role within the schools business support structure. Responsibilities include:
Processing invoices purchase orders and supplier payments
Supporting budget monitoring and expenditure tracking
Maintaining accurate financial records
Liaising with suppliers auditors and internal departments
Supporting month-end reconciliations
This position offers excellent long-term stability and scope for progression within school finance.
The School
This large 1118 secondary school is known for:
Strong financial governance and audit compliance
Highly structured leadership and business operations
Clear safeguarding and compliance frameworks
Modern financial systems and reporting software
Staff describe the environment as professional organised and supportive. The finance team works closely with senior leadership and is highly valued within the wider school structure. Ongoing training and CPD are encouraged for all support staff.
Experience & Qualifications
Previous finance or accounts experience
Strong organisational and numerical skills
Confident using Excel and finance software
Legal right to work in the UK
Application
Please submit your CV to be considered for this role.
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