Finance Officer – Ambitious Secondary School Reading

A successful ambitious and forward-thinking secondary school in Reading is looking to appoint a dedicated Finance Officer to join its experienced business support team on a full-time basis starting as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-organised school with strong financial systems and a collaborative leadership team. The Finance Officer will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day financial operation of the school working closely with senior leaders budget holders and the wider administrative team to maintain high standards of financial accuracy compliance and efficiency.

The successful candidate will be entrusted with significant responsibility and will contribute to the effective management of the schools finances supporting both operational and strategic financial processes.

Key responsibilities

• Process purchase orders invoices supplier payments and account reconciliations

• Monitor departmental budgets and track expenditure across the school

• Support financial reporting month-end procedures and audit preparation

• Liaise with senior leaders budget holders and external suppliers

• Maintain accurate financial records while ensuring compliance with school policies and financial regulations

• Assist with procurement and the efficient management of purchasing processes

The school offers

• A supportive and experienced leadership team that values the finance function

• Well-established financial systems and clear operational procedures

• Opportunities for professional development and progression within school finance

• A welcoming collaborative and highly organised working environment

• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing success of a thriving secondary school

This role is ideal for an organised and proactive Finance Officer who takes pride in accuracy enjoys working with responsibility and thrives as part of a trusted and professional support team.