Finance Officer – Secondary Academy – Birmingham
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Job Location:
Birmingham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
A well-established and high-performing secondary academy in Birmingham is seeking a meticulous and proactive Finance Officer to join its business support team. The school operates with strong financial governance and clear operational systems ensuring resources are managed effectively to support high-quality teaching and learning.
This role sits within a professional and experienced finance team and offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the financial health and compliance of a busy secondary school environment.
The Role
As Finance Officer you will support the full finance cycle including purchase ledger processing income reconciliation and budget monitoring. You will work closely with the School Business Manager to ensure financial procedures are compliant with academy trust and local authority guidelines.
You will be responsible for processing purchase orders reconciling supplier statements preparing payment runs and assisting with monthly budget reports. The role also involves supporting audit preparation and ensuring accurate financial documentation is maintained.
Key Responsibilities
Process invoices and manage purchase ledger workflows
Reconcile bank statements and credit card transactions
Monitor departmental budgets and flag variances
Assist with month-end reporting and financial returns
Maintain accurate financial records in line with audit requirements
Liaise with staff and suppliers regarding finance queries
The School Environment
Located in Birmingham the academy serves a diverse and ambitious community and has built a reputation for strong leadership and effective operational management. The finance function is central to the schools continued success and systems are clear structured and well-supported.
The business support team works collaboratively and values accuracy efficiency and professionalism.
About You
Experience working in a finance role ideally within education
Strong understanding of purchase and sales ledger processes
Confident using financial software and Excel
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Professional and approachable communication style
Whats On Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Structured professional development
Supportive and experienced business leadership
Stable and well-organised working environment
This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Officer seeking a rewarding role within a Birmingham secondary academy where financial integrity and operational excellence are priorities.
Please submit your CV to apply.
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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