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Role Category & Location
* Sector: Prestigious Independent Secondary School (with Sixth Form).
* Location: Nottingham (East Midlands, England).
* Start Date: Permanent, full-time role commencing January 2026.
The Opportunity & Role Profile
This leading independent school requires an experienced Finance Officer to manage the day-to-day financial operations. The role demands meticulous accuracy and responsibility for fee billing, payroll preparation, managing ledgers, and providing support to the Bursar.
Core Responsibilities & Duties Scope
* Financial Controller: Managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, and ensuring smooth transaction flows.
* Fee Management: Handling parent/guardian fee billing, processing payments, and managing direct debits.
* Reporting & Auditing: Assisting the Bursar with month-end procedures, budget monitoring, and preparation for annual audits.
Compensation & Benefits
* Essential Requirements: Proven experience in a finance role, ideally within an educational or charity setting. Strong skills in accountancy software (e.g., SAGE, QuickBooks).
* Salary: Highly competitive salary compensated on the school's independent pay scale (expected to be £32,000 - £40,000 per annum).
* Support: Excellent benefits package and opportunities for continued professional accounting development.