Finance Officer – Independent Secondary School – Harrogate

Finance Officer Independent Secondary School Harrogate
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School Information

This Independent 1118 day school in Harrogate North Yorkshire is recognised for its excellent pastoral system strong academic outcomes and first-class facilities. The school is financially stable well-resourced and places significant emphasis on operational efficiency and strong financial management. With a supportive administrative team and modern finance systems in place the school encourages innovation accuracy and high levels of professional stewardship.

The finance department operates as a crucial backbone of the school supporting budgeting payroll coordination fee processing procurement and strategic planning. Staff enjoy a collaborative working environment ongoing professional training and strong leadership support. The school is proud of its reputation for professionalism clarity and excellent stakeholder communication.

Role Information

The school is seeking a diligent analytical and confident Finance Officer to join its well-established finance team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing purchase invoices coding and maintaining accurate financial records

• Managing supplier payments purchase orders and reconciliation tasks

• Supporting termly fee billing credit control and parent account queries

• Assisting with payroll administration and staff expense claims

• Monitoring budgets and providing spending updates to department leads

• Preparing financial reports statements and audit documents

• Supporting annual budget processes and long-term financial planning

• Ensuring financial compliance with independent school regulations

• Contributing to procurement contracts and value-for-money assessments

• Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times

You will work closely with the Finance Manager and School Business Manager to maintain smooth financial operations and robust internal controls.

Requirements

• Finance or accounting experience (school setting desirable)

• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail

• Experience with finance software (e.g. Sage PS Financials Xero)

• Good understanding of budgeting invoicing and reconciliation

• Strong communication skills when liaising with staff and parents

• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines

• High levels of professionalism accuracy and discretion

• A commitment to supporting the schools wider mission

Application

To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.