Are you a meticulous, numerically skilled, and highly organised professional seeking a rewarding role within a vibrant school community? A successful and well-respected secondary school in Liverpool is looking to appoint a dedicated School Finance Officer to join their established Business & Administration team from January. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys working with financial systems, and thrives in a structured yet friendly environment. The Role As a School Finance Officer, you will play an essential part in maintaining the school’s financial stability and ensuring that all financial operations are managed efficiently and in line with trust and statutory expectations. Working closely with the School Business Manager and wider operations team, you will support key financial processes that keep the school running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include: Processing purchase orders, invoices, card transactions, and supplier payments Managing reconciliations, banking, and daily income recording Assisting staff and budget holders with financial queries and expenditure tracking Maintaining accurate, audit-ready financial files and digital records Preparing data for management accounts, forecasting, and financial reporting Overseeing financial arrangements for school trips, extracurricular activities, and parental payments Liaising with suppliers, auditors, and trust finance teams Supporting payroll checks, expense claims, and HR-related financial workflows Ensuring full compliance with DfE and trust finance regulations This role is ideal for someone who enjoys precision, values strong processes, and contributes confidently to the financial running of a busy school. School Information This Liverpool secondary school is widely praised for its excellent leadership, supportive culture, and strong operational foundations. The Business & Administration team is experienced, friendly, and committed to helping new staff settle in quickly. The school is: Well-managed with modern financial systems and clear internal procedures Supportive of staff development, offering ongoing CPD and training Calm, organised, and professionally structured, with a strong focus on teamwork Known for positive communication and a respectful working culture Proud of its inclusive ethos and dedication to staff wellbeing Who Should Apply? The ideal candidate may be: An experienced School Finance Officer A Finance Assistant or Accounts Administrator seeking career progression Someone with strong financial administration experience from another sector A graduate with strong numeracy and interest in school finance You will need: Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong IT skills, especially Excel and finance systems Good communication and interpersonal skills A proactive, reliable, and confidential working style Confidence managing multiple tasks within deadlines Salary Competitive depending on experience; term-time only or term-time additional weeks. Application Please submit your CV as soon as possible. Early applications are encouraged.