Term-time only + 2 weeks. 30 hours per week Monday‑Friday. While advertised as 30 hours per week term-time plus two weeks, we are very open to flexible working arrangements. We welcome applications from candidates seeking fewer hours with a minimum requirement of 21 hours per week and are happy to discuss what works best for you. Our people are the driving force behind our success. From classroom teachers to operational teams every role makes a difference. Our Central Trust Team works collaboratively to keep systems running smoothly, ensure clear communication and provide schools with the right support at the right time.
As a Finance Officer you will contribute to high-quality financial management across the Trust. You will work closely with Headteachers, school leaders and operational staff to shape sound financial decisions that support both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals.
You will be involved in budget setting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge to ensure sustainable decision-making and strong value for money.
You will also support robust financial control and compliance, including month-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Key Responsibilities
* Support high-quality financial management across the Trust.
* Work closely with Headteachers, school leaders and operational staff to shape sound financial decisions.
* Engage in budget setting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning.
* Provide clear financial insight and constructive challenge to ensure sustainable decision-making.
* Support robust financial control and compliance including month-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations and VAT returns.
Key Skills & Experience
* Collaborative team player who can also work independently, understanding your role and contributing effectively to shared goals.
* Knowledgeable and experienced in working with numerical and statistical data, with the ability to analyse and interpret information confidently.
* Well organised and detail focused, ensuring accuracy across financial processes and maintaining strong controls.
* Proactive and solution focused, bringing insight and constructive challenge to support effective and sustainable decision making.
Benefits
* Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 19%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts.
* Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements.
* Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being.
* Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team.
* Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career.
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