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Finance Officer – Multi-Academy Trust
Hillingdon | ASAP Start | Temp-to-Perm or Permanent

Clarus Education is working in partnership with a forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust in Hillingdon to recruit a Finance Officer for an urgent, ASAP start.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a busy and supportive Trust environment. The position is available on a temp-to-perm basis, with the option of a straight permanent contract for the right candidate.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Finance & Operations, the Finance Officer will support the delivery of high-quality financial accounting, reporting and control processes across the Trust.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong attention to detail and confidence in managing financial systems and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Compliance

• Support statutory financial returns and reporting requirements
• Assist with preparation of accounts in line with agreed timelines
• Complete monthly, termly and year-end processes
• Carry out bank, VAT, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations
• Post journals and maintain accurate ledger coding
• Complete monthly VAT returns
• Maintain strong financial control procedures

Purchase Ledger & Treasury

• Process purchase orders and invoices in line with agreed authorisation processes
• Manage supplier queries and reconcile supplier statements
• Maintain up-to-date supplier records on SAGE
• Manage BACS payment runs
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly
• Oversee petty cash processes

Payroll & General Finance

• Process payroll journals
• Reconcile HMRC and pension payments
• Maintain the Asset Register
• Support bursary and free school meal financial processes
• Process catering invoices and reconcile charges
• Assist with procurement and contract management records

Candidate Requirements

We are seeking a candidate who:

• Has proven experience in a finance role (school or academy experience desirable)
• Must have strong working knowledge of SAGE
• Has experience completing reconciliations and VAT returns
• Is confident using Excel for reporting and analysis
• Demonstrates excellent organisation and accuracy
• Can work independently and manage deadlines effectively

Contract Details

• ASAP start – urgent requirement
• Temp-to-perm opportunity or straight permanent contract for the right candidate
• 37 hours per week
• Term time only + 10 additional days
• Based in Hillingdon

Safeguarding

Clarus Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Finance Officer with SAGE expertise and are available to start immediately, please submit your CV today. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

Finance Officer | Hillingdon | ASAP Start

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