Finance Officer

Are you an experienced Finance Officer looking to broaden your expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment? Do you want to work within a Multi-Academy Trust that values collaboration and employee wellbeing? Ready to utilise your broad financial skillset to make a significant impact in a growing educational organisation? If so, read on!

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity to join our Multi-Academy Trust as a Finance Officer on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who is ready to take on a varied and hands-on finance position, helping to streamline and enhance our financial operations across the trust.

In this Finance Officer role, you will:

• Oversee day-to-day financial processes, including journal entries, purchase orders, and requisitions. You’ll also take the lead on month-end activities to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Work with our cloud-based, automated finance systems, focusing on maintaining efficiency and accuracy while leveraging technology to minimise manual tasks.
• Engage in broader responsibilities such as VAT returns, PAYE, payroll, and support for accounts payable and receivable. This is a role that offers variety and the opportunity to grow your expertise.
• Provide financial support across our Multi-Academy Trust, contributing to the financial health and consistency of all our schools.

Based in Tunbridge Wells, this role offers a blend of remote working with occasional office visits, making it an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a balanced work-life arrangement. The successful candidate will enjoy fantastic benefits, including a local government pension scheme, 25 days of annual leave, and additional wellbeing perks.

The successful candidate will be:

• A skilled Finance Officer with a broad understanding of finance functions, ideally with at least three years of experience in a similar role.
• Experienced working within the education or charity sectors.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines with precision.
• Ideally, AAT Level 4 qualified or hold equivalent experience in finance.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if the ideal candidate is found. To avoid disappointment, apply now and take the next step in your finance career with us!