Finance Officer

Term-time only + 2 weeks. 30 hours per week. Monday - Friday While this role is 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. Joining us as a Finance Officer means becoming part of a supportive and experienced team committed to delivering a high-quality service across our Trust. Are you a skilled and motivated finance professional looking to make a real difference? Join our central finance team and play a key role in supporting our schools to thrive. As a Finance Officer you will contribute to high-quality financial management across the Trust. Working closely with Headteachers school leaders and operational staff you will help 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. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working collaboratively values purpose-driven work and wants to have a meaningful impact within the education sector. If you are looking to combine your finance expertise with a role that truly makes a difference we would love to hear from you.

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• You will be a collaborative team player who can also work independently, understanding your role and contributing effectively to shared goals
• You will be 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
  
  We are a people centred organisation and we recognise we cannot achieve our mission together, without attracting the very best talent and being recognised as a great place to work. As we mark 10 years since our Trust was founded, we celebrate a decade of learning, collaboration, and achievement - not just for our schools and communities, but for the colleagues who make it all possible.
  
  Generous pension scheme: Employer contribution rate of 19%, plus a wide range of benefits and discounts. Full details HERE
• 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