Finance Officer

Looking for a finance role with responsibility, variety and a positive community impact? Join a leading organisation in a role that offers the chance to make a tangible impact, develop your skills, and be part of an exciting and evolving finance function. In the Finance / Accountancy Officer role, you will be: Providing financial support services to Headteachers and Governing Bodies, including advice on budgets and resolving queries Assisting with the preparation of annual school budgets, financial projections, and year-end accounts Maintaining and reconciling financial reporting systems to ensure accuracy and compliance Visiting schools regularly to present and explain financial information and offer tailored guidance Ensuring compliance with VAT regulations, Financial Regulations, and other financial codes of practice To be successful, you will need: Financial / accounts experience within an office environment AAT qualification (or equivalent/part-qualified) Strong accountancy and numeracy skills, with experience of financial systems and IT packages Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise and work to deadlines independently This is a temporary position for a period of 12 weeks initially, working full time 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. You'll b...