Finance Officer - #2158546

Temporary Finance Officer - Sheffield
Immediate start, ongoing role

37 hours per week (flexible for part time options)

Hays are working in partnership with a welcoming and friendly school in Sheffield to recruit a dedicated Finance Officer.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school environment where you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient management of the school's finances.

Your new roleReporting to the Finance Manager, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the school, ensuring accuracy, compliance and effective financial administration.

• Processing purchase orders, invoices and payments
• Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
• Managing income collection and banking procedures
• Liaising with suppliers and resolving invoice queries
• Assisting with month-end and year-end financial processes
• Supporting payroll administration where required
• Ensuring compliance with school financial regulations and procedures

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous finance experience, ideally within a school or public sector setting
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Experience using financial systems and Microsoft Excel ideally FMS experience
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• A recognised finance qualification, such as AAT, would be highly desirable, although candidates with strong relevant experience will also be considered.

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly school environment
• Flexible working pattern 5 days per week
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Dedicated support from Hays throughout the recruitment process

What you need to do now

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Hays for a confidential discussion.

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