School Finance Officer- Sheffield

2 weeks ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Blue Arrow - Sheffield Full time
We are looking for a temporary finance officer to support our school client based in Sheffield.
Start date: 17 June 2024 (ongoing for 6 weeks)

Pay rate:
£13.20 per hour


The postholder must at all times carry out his/her duties and responsibilities within the spirit of City Council and School Policies and within the framework of the Education Act 2002, and School Standards and Framework Act 1998 with particular regard to the statutory responsibilities of the Governing Bodies of Schools.


DUTIES
To operate computer based and manual financial and clerical systems within the School in a secure and confidential manner.

To undertake financial tasks in accordance with agreed policies, appropriate legislation and financial regulations and standing orders.

To operate the School's financial systems, including processing and review of orders, deliveries, invoices and payments.


To prepare appropriate documents for the Headteacher, Business Manager, Governor Committees, budget holders, auditors and the Local Authority as required.

To work with the Business Manager to perform the year end procedures.

To be responsible for ensuring that premises, supplies and services quotations are instigated and completed.

To negotiate with suppliers and contractors to ensure best value in regard to goods, services and contracts.

To place orders for goods and equipment, checking deliveries and invoices in accordance with current procedures and financial regulations.


To assist with the month end processes and closedown of the SIMS finance system and School fund system including the completion of bank reconciliations and VAT returns for submission to the Local Authority.

To operate, maintain and develop appropriate systems for financial monitoring as required.

To provide advice to budget holders on Financial Management procedures and the efficient and proper use of public monies.

To operate, maintain and develop the School inventory and prepare reports as necessary.

To journal transactions as necessary.


To operate, monitor and review the School's procurement card, petty cash and Private Fund accounts, undertaking the safe collection, correct handling, recording and banking of monies in accordance with financial regulations.


To operate and maintain all systems associated with income received by the School and to ensure invoices are raised in a timely manner for all services provided by the School.


To liaise with the payroll provider and upload monthly payroll variations (starters, leavers etc) in accordance with the agreed timescales.

To process sickness absence and other monthly payroll returns, including advising staff on the appropriate medical certificates required.

To reconcile the monthly payroll printouts and liaise with the payroll provider about any discrepancies.

To liaise with teaching and support staff and respond to enquiries on matters within the post holder's responsibility.

To provide support to the Business Manager as required.

Skills/Experience
Recent and relevant experience of financial software
Familiarity with Microsoft Office
Familiarity with SIMS software
An understanding of finance procedures in schools
At least 3 years experience in a financial environment
Experience of working in a school environment
Experience of using financial systems and software
Experience of using a payroll system
Experience of budget management
Understanding of auditing requirements for schools
Self-motivated, enthusiastic and dependable
Flexibility, sociability and good humour
Able to communicate, both verbal and written using non-technical language
Excellent organisational skills
Able to work independently or as part of a team
Patient, helpful and pleasant manner

If you are interested in this temporary role, please apply and someone will get in touch as soon as possible.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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