Job Description
Junior Finance Officer
* Annual Salary: £31,000 - £33,000
* Location: South West London (on-site role)
* Job Type: Full-time
My client is a prestigious Independent School, seeking a pragmatic and enthusiastic Junior Finance Officer to join their finance team. This role is based primarily in Clapham but may require some presence at their other location in Belgravia. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance skills in an educational setting.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Manage day-to-day financial operations and accounts for both schools, including:
o Accounts payable and receivable life cycles, including termly billing.
o Bank reconciliations.
o Monthly payroll processes for each of the two schools.
* Communicate regularly and effectively with the Head of Finance and all other staff as required.
* Serve as a key point of contact within the finance team for all staff members at the Schools.
* Act as a key point of contact for families regarding billing issues.
* Understand and adhere to financial regulations, legislation, and internal policies.
* Handle any other reasonable requests as appointed by the Bursar, Principal, or Head of Finance.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience in any finance function is a plus.
* High proficiency in Excel is essential.
* A degree in finance or accounting or studies in AAT is highly desirable.
* Ability to work well within a team is essential.
* Ability to adapt and contribute to new processes.
* Ability to explain complicated financial matters to non-financial staff in a friendly and confident way.
Benefits:
* Opportunity to work in a supportive and dynamic educational environment.
* Professional development opportunities.
As the role will be based within the school, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring check.
To apply for the Junior Finance Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.