Senior Finance Officer – Secondary Academy in Bristol (ASAP Start)
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Job Summary
A well-established secondary academy in Bristol is seeking a precise analytical Senior Finance Officer to oversee daily financial ledgers purchasing and payroll reconciliations for an immediate (ASAP) start.
Job Overview
The Finance Officer is responsible for managing daily accounting transactions maintaining financial records and assisting the School Business Manager with monthly budget reconciliations and year-end audits.
Working alongside academic department heads and administrative leads you will manage purchase ordering invoice approvals BACs payment processing trip income collection and bank reconciliations. This is a full-time ongoing or permanent role.
Key Responsibilities
Manage sales and purchase ledgers invoice matching and BACs payment cycles on school accounting software (Access/PSF/FMS)
Perform monthly bank reconciliations credit card audits and petty cash management
Monitor departmental spending alerting Heads of Department to budget variances and issuing monthly reports
Process online student income (ParentPay/Arbor) for trips catering and music tuition
Assist with month-end financial reporting VAT returns and statutory audit preparation
Reconcile monthly payroll reports and staff pension contributions (TPS/LGPS)
The School & Whats on Offer
Immediate Start: Full-time long-term or permanent contract starting ASAP
Role Type: Full-time hours (52-week or Term-Time plus key finance weeks)
Facilities: Professional administrative suite with automated financial processing software
Location: Prime Bristol location with excellent transport links and on-site parking
Candidate Requirements
AAT qualification (Level 3 or 4) or equivalent professional finance/accounting experience
Demonstrated experience working within school finance academy finance or public sector accounting
Proficiency in school finance platforms (Access Education SIMS FMS PSF or Bromcom) and Microsoft Excel
High numerical accuracy organizational efficiency and attention to detail
An active enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
How to Apply
Please send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this Finance Officer position in Bristol for an immediate start.
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