Finance Officer

Are you an enthusiastic, responsible, and detail-driven individual with strong administrative and financial skills? A high-performing secondary school in Reading is looking to appoint a dedicated School Finance Officer to join their Business Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys financial processes, teamwork, and supporting the smooth daily running of a busy school. The Role In this central role, you will ensure that financial procedures are carried out efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with school and trust policies. You will work alongside the School Business Manager and a friendly, collaborative administration team. Your responsibilities include: Processing all purchase ledger transactions Supporting budget holders with financial updates and expenditure tracking Reconciling accounts, managing petty cash, and recording school income Preparing reports for senior leaders and governors Handling financial administration for school trips, events, and curriculum activities Supporting payroll verification and staff expense processes Managing supplier queries, statements, and contract documentation Maintaining audit-ready records and supporting internal audits Assisting with financial compliance linked to DfE and local authority guidelines This role requires someone with strong organisational ability, high accuracy, and confidence in handling financial procedures in a busy environment. School Information This Reading school is known for: Excellent leadership and clear operational systems A professional, efficient, and well-structured administrative environment Opportunities for training and professional development Strong communication within the staff body A positive, supportive, and friendly workplace culture Who Should Apply? Suitable for: Experienced School Finance Officers Finance Assistants or administrators with strong numeracy Professionals from corporate finance or charity finance seeking a school role Graduates with business, finance, or accounting backgrounds Candidates will need: Strong communication and interpersonal skills Good IT capability, especially Excel A proactive and reliable work ethic Salary Term-time only; competitive based on experience. Application Please apply with your CV at your earliest convenience.