Finance Officer

Finance Officer

Required as soon as possible

Mon-Fri - 35 hours per week - Hours 8.30 am to 4.30 pm

Term Time + Inset and 10 days to be worked in school holidays (41 weeks)

Salary Sc6 (pts 18-20) £34,770 - £35,862 pro-rata (pay award pending)

Actual salary £31,578 - £32,570

Previous applicants need not apply

Sydenham School is seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Officer who will have a sound knowledge of the financial workings of a school including budget monitoring, accounting techniques and production of reports. The successful candidate will also be able to maintain accurate computer-based and paper-based information with speed and accuracy.

The role requires a committed and efficient administrator who has proven school accounting experience. They must have excellent people skills as well as ensuring that the financial elements of the school run smoothly.

Applicants must have a good knowledge of ACCESS Education Finance, ParentPay and Microsoft Office packages. Experience of working with BROMCOM and in the education sector is desirable. This will be tested at interview.

We believe that all our students can perform exceedingly. Sydenham School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative Senior Leadership Team that is passionate about the achievement and progress of every student in all areas.

If you are interested in an opportunity to build on established success, an application pack can be downloaded from our website at:

https://www.sydenham.lewisham.sch.uk/about/vacancies

Altrnatively further details can be obtained from our HR Department: x 424

The closing date for applications is 9.00am on Tuesday 1st October 2024

Interviews Date to be confirmed

The school is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity. We have a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is the 'golden thread' that runs through the school. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as the Criminals Records Bureau).

Original evidence of the right to work within the United Kingdom will be required prior to commencement of employment i.e., National Insurance Number, Work Permits or Indefinite Leave to Remain. If the applicant has lived/worked overseas for 12 months or more since the age of 18, they will also be required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct from the country(ies) they lived/work in at their own expense and provide these for our records.

Sydenham School is seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Officer who will have a sound knowledge of the financial workings of a school including budget monitoring, accounting techniques and production of reports. The successful candidate will also be able to maintain accurate computer-based and paper-based information with speed and accuracy.

The role requires a committed and efficient administrator who has proven school accounting experience. They must have excellent people skills as well as ensuring that the financial elements of the school run smoothly.

Applicants must have a good knowledge of ACCESS Education Finance, ParentPay and Microsoft Office packages. Experience of working with BROMCOM and in the education sector is desirable. This will be tested at interview.

We believe that all our students can perform exceedingly. Sydenham School can offer you a professional challenge and a rewarding opportunity, working with a collaborative Senior Leadership Team that is passionate about the achievement and progress of every student in all areas.

Mon-Fri - 35 hours per week - Hours 8.30 am to 4.30 pm

Term Time + Inset and 10 days to be worked in school holidays (41 weeks)

Salary Sc6 (pts 18-20) £34,770 - £35,862 pro-rata (pay award pending)

Actual salary £31,578 - £32,570