School Finance Officer - Leeds

Are you a highly organised, analytical, and financially confident individual who thrives in a structured working environment? A large and well-respected secondary school in Leeds is seeking a committed School Finance Officer to join their experienced Business & Resources team from January. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys financial accuracy, problem-solving, and contributing to the smooth operational running of a high-performing school.

The Role

As a School Finance Officer, you will play an essential part in ensuring that the school’s financial processes remain efficient, compliant, and accurate. Working collaboratively with the School Business Manager, finance assistant, and wider operations team, you will support a range of financial activities that underpin the school’s daily functioning.

Your responsibilities will include:

Processing invoices, purchase orders, credit notes, and payments

Monitoring departmental budgets and supporting staff with financial queries

Managing account reconciliations, banking, and income processing

Maintaining a precise and audit-ready set of financial records

Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts and year-end returns

Overseeing financial compliance linked to school trips, parental contributions, and internal funds

Liaising with suppliers, auditors, and the trust finance team

Supporting payroll checks and HR remuneration-related documentation

Contributing to the implementation of new financial procedures and system upgrades

This role suits someone who enjoys a combination of routine processes and day-to-day variation, and who takes pride in delivering high-quality financial support.

School Information

This Leeds school is widely recognised for its strong leadership, positive working culture, and excellent administrative structures.

Staff benefit from:

Supportive leadership and ongoing professional development

A well-equipped finance office with modern systems

Clear procedures that enable smooth and efficient workflows

A cohesive, friendly, and welcoming team environment

Staff describe the workplace as well-organised, respectful, and collaborative.

Who Should Apply?

Ideal for:

Experienced finance professionals

School finance assistants seeking progression

Administrators with strong numeracy and financial data experience

Graduates with financial or business backgrounds

You will need:

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Strong communication and organisational skills

Good IT skills, especially with Excel and finance databases

A professional, confidential, and proactive approach

Salary

Competitive depending on experience; term-time plus additional weeks.

Application

Please apply with your CV as soon as possible.