Finance officer

Finance Officer Finance Officer – Primary School Location: Hounslow, London Hours: 20 hours per week | 39 weeks per year (Term Time) Salary: £20 per hour Start Date: ASAP – Long term placement which could be permanent anzuk is working in partnership with a primary school in Hounslow to recruit an experienced Finance Officer to join their administration team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with strong organisational skills who is looking to work in a school environment and contribute to the effective management of school finances. The Role The Finance Officer will play a key role in the day-to-day financial management of the school, ensuring accurate financial records are maintained and supporting the Headteacher and leadership team with financial planning, reporting, and compliance. Key Responsibilities * Manage day-to-day school financial transactions including orders, invoices, payments, income, and banking * Monitor and maintain the school budget, identifying trends, variances, and reporting to the Headteacher * Prepare financial reports for senior leaders, governors, and finance committees * Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments while ensuring compliance with financial procedures * Reconcile income, bank accounts, VAT claims, and financial systems * Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements * Support budget planning, forecasting, and financial decision-making * Liaise with suppliers, contractors, the local authority, and service providers * Maintain the school’s fixed assets register and monitor value for money across purchases The Ideal Candidate * Previous experience in a finance or accounts role managing end-to-end financial processes * Experience preparing financial reports for senior leaders or management teams * Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance, and audit requirements * Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills * Confident user of financial systems and spreadsheets Desirable * Experience working within a school, education, or local authority setting * Knowledge of school funding or education finance regulations * Experience supporting facilities or service-level agreement financial management To apply, please submit your CV